Publications
Race to Equity: 10-Years Later
The 10-Year Report unpacks how race, class, and, in some cases, gender impact Black Dane County residents.
DACA Recipients in Wisconsin
One of the most impactful federal policies we have to support immigrants in Wisconsin is the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.
Health & Nutrition
Statement: Extend Postpartum Coverage to 12 Months to Save Lives and Improve Health Outcomes
The below statement was provided to state legislative leadership on behalf of the Raising Wisconsin coalition:January 24, 2024Chair Moses, Vice Chair Rozar, and Members of the Assembly Committee on Health, Aging, and Long-Term Care Honorable Representative...
Health Access in the Fox Valley
Many residents of the Fox Valley area face barriers to receiving health care, including lack of access, extremely high cost, and lack of insurance coverage.
Mental Health: A Behavioral Health System that Better Supports Counties and Schools
Everyone in Wisconsin, regardless of what county they live in, deserves to live in a community that supports their health and wellness, including access to quality, affordable mental health and substance use disorder services. Governor Evers’ proposed budget expands access to behavioral health care, strengthens schools’ abilities to provide mental health supports to students, invests in peer support, and provides millions in funding to county behavioral health services.
Immigration
Language Access in Wisconsin
Download - English Descargar - Español Download - Hmoob Introduction In Wisconsin, language access has become a barrier when providing direct services to families. The United States has a rich linguistic landscape with more than 350 languages spoken nationwide,...
Los Derechos de Inmigrantes en Wisconsin
¡Únase con nosotros! Este evento es para todos los trabajadores que quieran aprender sobre sus derechos laborales. ¡Comida y bebidas! Sabado 11 de Mayo Chilton Public Library221 Park Street, Chilton, WI 5301411am - 1pmEn alianza con the Multicultural Coalition....
Beyond Borders: Exploring the Diversity of Immigrants and Refugees in Wisconsin
Saturday, April 6, 202411:00am-12:30pm Thank you for joining us! No matter where we come from or how long we’ve called Wisconsin home, we all believe in caring for our families & leaving things better for those to come. Yet, some legislators are making life...
Tax & Budget
K-12 Education in the Fox Valley
Every student in the Fox Valley region deserves to receive the educational support and resources needed to help them achieve a bright future. Over the past few years, the COVID-19 pandemic has led to significant impacts on students in Wisconsin. These challenges were particularly acute for students who were more likely to be struggling prior to the pandemic, like students with lower incomes, students of color, and students who speak English as a second language. With federal pandemic relief funds drying up, state leaders must ensure schools have adequate resources and that students don’t fall even more behind.
Early Care & Education in the Fox Valley
Every child deserves a solid foundation in life, regardless of income. Affordable and accessible early care and education ensures that parents can get to work and sets children up for a strong start. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted how child care is critical for children and families and why early care and education providers are an essential part of our local communities and a thriving economy.
This Tax Day, Wisconsin Families Pay More in Taxes for Every Dollar they Earn than the Wealthiest 1%
This Tax Day, as many Wisconsin families struggle to make ends meet, the wealthiest Wisconsinites are allowed to pay a smaller share of their income to taxes than low and middle income families.
Youth Justice
Act Now to Raise the Age in Wisconsin
Every young person in Wisconsin deserves the opportunity to get an education, grow up in safe communities, and realize their potential. However, due to systemic racism and injustice, youth of color are over-represented within the criminal legal system—from policing to...
Youth Justice: Providing Wisconsin Children and Families with a Clear Path to a New Model
Systemic racism and ongoing forms of injustice play a crucial role in youth of color being over-represented at all points of contact within the criminal legal system — from policing to courts to incarceration.
Standing up for Racial Justice: A Starter Guide on Policy & Advocacy in Wisconsin
This guide serves as a tool that engages diverse populations to take action and advocate for policies that equitably serve all children and families.
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