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In this episode of the #NewNeighborhoodPodcast, we hear from Martin Balben, Tennille Call, and Randy Jensen about the early learning coalitions taking shape throughout Idaho. Check it out here: cssp.org/resource/the-n…. #Childhood #CSSP #NNP

Check out Part 3 of our Constituent Convening Video Series. Here is Rricha deCant, Director of Legislative Affairs at CLASP, sharing how to think differently about small wins vs. huge policy overhauls and leveraging your network to connect with policymakers. #Ideas2Action #CSSP

Check out Part 2 of our Constituent Convening Video Series. Here’s Michael Santos, Associate Director of U.S. Poverty Policy for RESULTS and RESULTS Educational Fund, a featured guest on our Advancing Justice Plenary. #CSSP #CARES #YouthThrive #YouthPowerParentPower #Ideas2Action

Congress is one of many levers you can use but it's not the only one. There are many ways to assert your power and effectively make change. #Ideas2Action #MovingForward

How do we balance corporate lobbyist vs. grassroots needs? Use your voice! Go to social media--it is effective. You don't have to be IN DC to be effective. #Ideas2Action #MovingForward

"If our students don't have safe and stable housing, we can't do any of the other work we want to do. These other issues are urgent. Now." #Ideas2Action #MovingForward

"Housing is not just about keeping a roof over your head--it's so much more." Day 2 of our convening is starting with an incredible panel with speakers from @clasp_dc, @neatoday, and @voices4results #Ideas2Action

Have you heard of United Way of Utah County and their closed loop referral system? It's a platform that allows a network of cross-sector, community-based organizations to track every referral, interaction, and outcome! Read more about it here: bit.ly/3uvFCyC #CSSP #Utah

In this episode of the #NewNeighborhoodPodcast, Tina Sherman and Daphne Alsiyao speak about the power of storytelling and parent advocacy, empowering family leaders to speak up and influencing maternal health policy in North Carolina. Check it out here: bit.ly/47yO5iG!

Did you know there's a handbook that offers a broad guide for program administrators, parent leaders and more? The guide equips them and others with tools to integrate legal problem-solving into their care strategies and more! Read about it here: bit.ly/47W1txU. #CSSP

#GivingTuesday isn't just for Tuesday! Help us to continue the anti-racist, intersectional work that is so crucial to ensuring a thriving nation. Your gift truly matters. Learn more and donate here: cssp.org/support-cssp/

Check out our #NewNeighborhood podcast: bit.ly/47yO5iG! Season 3, Episode 4! In this episode, we hear from Linda King and Ari Wubbold from United Way of the Columbia-Willamette about their housing stability work. #CSSP #NewNeighborhoodPodcast #Families

Cultivating a culture of belonging is important for leaders of various movements or any gathering of people working to advance racial and social justice. Check out our blog — cssp.org/2023/10/cultiv… and animation — youtu.be/J5a1QA90I2Y?si…! #CultivatingACultureofBelonging

Did you know the tax system has a crucial advantage in delivering benefits to families with children? Accessing benefits can be forthright and dignified for families filing taxes yearly. Learn more here: bit.ly/3sBKodn.

Check out our New Neighborhood podcast: bit.ly/47yO5iG! Season 3, Episodes 2 and 3 are now available! This podcast explores significant changes nationwide as people work to fortify a sense of community, support youth and families, and build equity within communities.

How families used the expanded #ChildTaxCredit funds in 2021: 🏠 housing 🚗 gas 🍎 food ✏️ school expenses Raising a family isn’t getting any cheaper. Parents and caregivers deserve a #GuaranteedIncome4Kids. Now more than ever, we need to restore the expanded #CTC!

You know what’s popular? The #ChildTaxCredit! Eleven states have refundable child tax credits—and six raised their benefit amount or expanded eligibility. It’s time for Congress to support their states and restore the expansion at the national level. #GuaranteedIncome4Kids #CTC

In 2021, almost 3 MILLION children were lifted out of poverty through the expanded #ChildTaxCredit. We must restore the expanded #CTC so ALL children can thrive! #GuaranteedIncome4Kids

In 2021, 88% of households with the lowest incomes in America spent the funds from the expanded #ChildTaxCredit on basic needs—rent, utilities, and groceries. We must restore the expanded #CTC now! #GuaranteedIncome4Kids