Action for Children’s Post

For us, it is more than just a diaper, a wipe, or a pad. Each of these represents a more secure parent, a healthier baby, or a teenager who can go to school while they’re on their period. At Justice Necessary, we want to educate individuals open to learning about mending the safety net, speaking out for our neighbors, and building lasting change to end period poverty. That’s why we’re starting a monthly newsletter. Our newsletters will include Ask the Doc where a local doctor will highlight and answer your burning questions, plenty of fun and interactive polls (because we know learning is a 2-way street), and featured stories about important issues affecting our local communities.  Are you interested in receiving our informational newsletter? Go to our website to sign-up!  #joinus #necessarywork #justicenecessary #periodeducation #speakout #endperiodpoverty #monthlynewsletter #askthedoc #interactivepolls #featuredstories #signupnow #getinformed

🗳️Did you make it to the polls yet? Kids can’t vote, but you can! Let’s consider children’s most essential needs across areas of poverty, homelessness, youth justice, and well-being this NY Primary Day! 🇺🇸 Read more about the personal importance of voting on WCA’s blog: https://lnkd.in/evbbq7qs

Food dignity? What is it? How is it different from food security? Learn with Disability Action Hall as they talk about dignity while we shop, and when we are in crisis. This series has 15 1-minute shorts to reflect on what we can do to end poverty. https://lnkd.in/gyxKJwvz

The fourth webinar in our Emerging Insight Series is tomorrow! Join us as we discuss what the pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis tell us about the connections between poverty, inequality and child protection, and how we can support children and families: https://ow.ly/cxpA50PNc8H

This week is #AntiPovertyWeek, and the theme - a Call to End Child Poverty should resonate with us all. The reality that 1 in 6 Australian children live in poverty is not just a statistic; it is a blemish on our collective character. Poverty is not merely an economic condition; it is a systemic failure that casts long shadows over the lives of our youngest citizens. The research is unequivocal: growing up in poverty impairs physical and mental health, derails educational outcomes, and its impacts often follow the child into adulthood. This is not just a failure of policy; it is a structural failure to protect and nurture the most vulnerable members of our society. We can't keep accepting the status quo. Let's turn our societal shame into societal change. We owe it to our children - and ourselves. #AntiPovertyWeek #EndChildPoverty #TimeForChange

Every child deserves a safe and nurturing environment to grow and thrive. Yet, the reality is that many children go without because of poverty. It's time for action! Join the Commissioner in calling on state and federal governments to put the wellbeing of children first by legislating an end to child poverty once and for all. Together, we can build a brighter future for all children. You can learn more at 🔗ccyp.me/EndChildPoverty24 #LegislatetoEndChildPoverty #ValuingChildrenInitiative #Nochildinpoverty Valuing Children Initiative

Do you want to know more about the state of poverty in Britain? Find out the facts behind the headlines by joining us on the 13 February for a panel discussion about 'Poverty in Britain'. Hear from a panel of leading experts, Helen Rowe, Dr Kitty Stewart and Professor Vandana Desai, who will be demystifying this important topic by sharing their research, advocacy and policy experience. ❓Chaired by Martine Croxall, the discussion will be followed by a Q&A, so have your questions ready... Sign up for the event in person or online 👉 https://lnkd.in/g2DRCu-e #PolicyDiscussion #PovertyResearch #ExpertInsights #SocialChange #EndPoverty

Our Circle recently discussed a few of the differences between the working and middle classes. Imagine for a moment dealing with BIG problems but with no one to go to for support, advocacy, or suggestions. Circles amplifies the power of social capital to help local families end poverty. Learn more at www.CirclesCobb.org #circlescobb #endpoverty #circlesusa

As data partners, Child Poverty Action Lab (CPAL) and the DHC aim to democratize housing data, creating an understanding of the challenges. By breaking down data into specific problem statements, such as the demand for larger affordable units for families, we pave the way for actionable solutions. Learn more from Ashley Flores, chief of housing at the Child Poverty Action Lab, in this video! #DallasHousingCoalition #AttainableHousing https://bit.ly/3SDSbl7

This article is published in recognition of Child Support Awareness Month. There is a lot about the child support program that is unknown, especially the role it plays in helping reduce child poverty. In NYC, we continually seek to shape and push the program in a direction that is child-focused: https://on.nyc.gov/47DYr1X