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.
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Pandemic Deepens Challenges for Wisconsin Families
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 21, 2021CONTACT: Erica Nelson, Kids Count and Race to Equity Project Directorenelson@kidsforward.org, (608) 284-0580 x 321 Download as PDF | English version | Spanish version | Pandemic Deepens Challenges for Wisconsin FamiliesNew Data...
The ACA is Here to Stay, Now Let’s Make it Work for More Wisconsinites
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 17, 2021CONTACT: William Parke-Sutherland, Health Policy Analystwparkesutherland@kidsforward.org, 608.720.9405 Download as PDF MADISON, WI – The following is a response from Michele Mackey, CEO of Kids Forward, following the Supreme Court’s...
Wisconsin Should Use New Revenue for Investments Broadly Promoting Shared Prosperity
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 9, 2021CONTACT: Michele Mackey, CEO/ED, mmackey@kidsforward.org (608) 284-0580 x 324 PDF version here The following is a response by Michele Mackey, Kids Forward’s Chief Executive Officer, to the new revenue estimates released by the...
Special Session Opportunity to Continue BadgerCare Expansion Discussion
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 20, 2021CONTACT: Michele Mackey, CEO/EDmmackey@kidsforward.org (608) 284-0580 x 324 Download as pdf The following is a response from Kids Forward’s CEO Michele Mackey following the governor’s announcement calling for a special session to...
Legislature Guts Governor’s Budget on Party-Line Vote
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 7, 2021CONTACT: Michele Mackey, CEO/EDmmackey@kidsforward.org, 608.284.0580 Download as pdf The following is a statement from Kids Forward CEO Michele Mackey regarding the votes that stripped all items from the proposed budget. Deep and...
Summary of Governor’s Proposed Budget for Early Education Issues
The events of 2020 made the importance of investing in early education more obvious than ever. The COVID-19 pandemic shined a light on the fact that child care providers are an essential component of our state’s economy. In addition, increased awareness of our...
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.
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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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