Kids Forward is a statewide antiracist policy center that inspires action and advocates for children and families of color and those furthest from opportunity in Wisconsin. We envision a Wisconsin where every child thrives.
Updates
Amidst COVID-19, Government Support Helped Many Wisconsin Children and Families Stay Afloat
[Madison, WI] COVID-19 relief measures have given us a strong blueprint for addressing poverty for millions. New data from the 2021 American Community Survey (ACS) shows that fewer individuals in Wisconsin lived in poverty than we might have expected during the global...
Amidst COVID-19, Government Support Helped Many Wisconsin Children and Families Stay Afloat
Despite Some Good News, Racial Disparities Remain For Release October 11, 2022Emily Miota, 262-853-6863, [email protected] COVID-19 relief measures have given us a strong blueprint for addressing poverty for millions. New data from the 2021 American Community...
Wisconsin’s Children of Color More Likely to Face Mental Health Issues
Compounding Racial Disparities Highlight Need for Comprehensive Reform in New Report For Release August 8, 2022Emily Miota, 262-853-6863, [email protected] Anxiety and depression are rising among Wisconsin’s youth, especially children of color, according to a new...
Nineteenth Century Abortion Ban Could Go into Effect if Legislature Fails to Act
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 24, 2022CONTACT: William Parke-Sutherland, Health Policy Analyst [email protected], 608.285.2314 Download as pdf The following is a response by Michele Mackey, Kids Forward’s Chief Executive...
Thirty-four Groups Urge Governor to Veto Restrictions on Public Assistance
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 23, 2022CONTACT: William Parke-Sutherland, Health Policy Analyst [email protected], 608-720-9405 Download as...
Report Shows Support for Eliminating Fines and Fees and Improving Community Supervision within Youth Justice System
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDate: March 7, 2022 CONTACT:Genevieve Caffrey, [email protected] Erica Nelson, Kids [email protected] Ann McCullough, Youth Justice [email protected] Download as pdf A new report shows that fines and fees...
Beyond Borders
A Series on the Diversity of Immigrants and Refugees in Wisconsin
Wisconsin has been shaped by successive waves of newcomers seeking refuge, opportunity, and a place to call home. Our immigration and refugee series explores the significance and diversity of the immigrant narrative in shaping the past, present, and future of Wisconsin.
Publications
The Governor’s Proposed Budget for K-12 Education Increases Support for Public Schools and Promotes Racial Equity
Governor Evers has proposed a budget that significantly increases aid for Wisconsin’s public schools, targets additional resources at identified needs, promotes racial equity, and limits the amount of public money that goes to private schools. The budget includes a...
Systemic Solutions Required to Address Pandemic’s Devastating Impact on Children and Families
It has been an unimaginable past twelve months since the nation and the state of Wisconsin came to a standstill to begin what would be the worst crisis to hit the country in over a hundred years. COVID-19 has killed over 540,000 Americans and over 7,000 Wisconsinites....
Governor Proposes Change to Boost Revenue and Improve Tax Equity
The Governor’s budget proposes significant changes in tax policy, including closing income tax loopholes that favor the rich and powerful, and increasing tax credits for low-income households. These changes enable the budget to make large investments that will improve...
Race to Equity 10-Year Report: Dane County
The Race to Equity 10-Year Report unpacks how race, class, and, in some cases, gender impact Black Dane County residents.
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