Reimagining an Economy that Works for Everyone
Every family deserves a fair shot, no matter their race, background, or zip code. But, too many of us struggle to afford the basics.
This affordability crisis didn’t happen by accident.
It is the result of policy choices that have concentrated power in the hands of the wealthy few, while underinvesting in the things our families need to thrive. Join us to reimagine an economy that works for all of us.
Updates & Publications
A Message: Violence Against Children in Conflict Zones
As an organization with a 140-year legacy, Kids Forward has stood as a guardian of children's rights and well-being. We are deeply distressed by the continuing violence affecting children in conflict zones, including the recent tragic events in Gaza. Our stance is...
A Summary of Recent Legislative Action on Higher Education
PDF Version This month Wisconsin state lawmakers wrapped up the legislative session that began in January 2015. In this session, they passed several minor bills to expand opportunity for college students, but did not address the issue of helping students who graduate...
All Things Being Equal – It’s Not!: Race, Class, and Incarceration
There’s plenty of evidence that race and class can affect the wellbeing of children and adults in many ways. However, it’s hard to know exactly how these connections work, especially because race and class often overlap. A recent study, described by The Washington...
A Summary of Recent Legislative Action on Criminal Justice
PDF version This month, Wisconsin state lawmakers wrapped up the legislative session that began in January 2015. In this session, they passed several bills that affect public safety and the state’s corrections system. They also missed several opportunities to make...
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