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YES @kimmy_honors of @OYUnited quoting Dr. Martin Luther King: "Power at its best is love implementing justice." In Kim's words: "We need to come together and be in community more. We can disagree ... but we are all connected." #TheFutureWeNeed #MLK #leadyoung
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Anna Sugg@annacsugg17 Mar 2023
Hello! I’m writing a piece for @KYStuVoiceTeam, New Edu, on Senate Bill 150. If you’re interested in being interviewed, DM me! If you don’t know about what’s unfolding in KY’s capitol, check out @oliviakrauth’s article: courier-journal.com/story/ne…

At 11th hour, Kentucky Republicans resurrect, expand and pass anti-trans bill

A House committee waited just six minutes between calling for a surprise lunchtime vote and starting the meeting.

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We cannot slide into acceptance and complacency as gun violence becomes the NUMBER ONE KILLER OF CHILDREN in the US, surpassing vehicular accidents. Other countries have taken action and can light the way. Stand with: @AMarch4OurLives, @Everytown, @MomsDemand, @StudentsDemand
March For Our Lives
@AMarch4OurLives14 Feb 2023
Five years ago to the day, 17 people were killed in Parkland in a horrific shooting that never should have happened. Now, another shooting at MSU that never should have happened. Grieve for the dead. Fight like hell for the living.
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On Tuesday, February 7, over 20 young leaders will be live at youngpeopleaddress.org to host the third Young People Address the Nation event at 10:30 pm ET in direct response to President Biden’s 2023 State of the Union Address. youngpeopleaddress.org/?sour…

Young People Address the Nation | Amplify Pledge

CAMPAIGNS Young People Address the Nation Since 2021, Young People Address the Nation has shifted America’s attention to the stories of hundreds of young changemakers. Our Impact 0 + People Reached 0...

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4) For more resources related to basic income, work, and narrative change, visit our Basic Income Ed Resources page: incomemovement.org/basic-inc…
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"Anti-work activists [...] advocate the virtues of a universal basic income, which does away with the need to work at all." Are you as tired as we are of hearing this "people won't work if you give them an income floor" argument? See our thread below 🧵washingtonpost.com/business/…
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We're launching a new campaign, 50 Years and a Wakeup: Ending the Mass Incarceration Crisis In America – alongside a wide-ranging group of advocates, experts, and partners. Join our virtual launch on Jan. 25 @ 2PM ET: bit.ly/3J5W4Lv
Join us on January 25 at 2PM for our virtual launch, where we will examine the data behind the past 50 years of mass incarceration in the United States, and provide opportunities and resources for your organization to get involved.

ALT Join us on January 25 at 2PM for our virtual launch, where we will examine the data behind the past 50 years of mass incarceration in the United States, and provide opportunities and resources for your organization to get involved.

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“CCDBG is a critical support for families with low incomes who, without access to assistance, would likely be unable to afford their current child care arrangements.” This factsheet shows a state distribution with the new discretionary funds! @CLASP_DC clasp.org/publications/fact-…

CCDBG FY 2023 State-by-State Appropriations Distribution Estimates and Increases

CLASP analysis estimates distribution of federal discretionary Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) appropriation funding.

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Great resources on supporting young people in schools and everywhere we learn. #positiveyouthdevelopment
CDC’s Division of Adolescent and School Health@CDC_DASH20 Dec 2022
How can schools help students feel connected? Schools can build connectedness by: 1. Providing professional development on classroom management 2. Offering positive youth development programs 3. Making schools more inclusive for LGBTQ students Learn more: bit.ly/3ftjZHR
Teacher talking to students in a school library

ALT Teacher talking to students in a school library

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Looking to authentically engage young people in #equitable #policymaking? Learn from states that are doing it well. Don't miss this @forumfyi guide: forumfyi.org/knowledge-cente…
Policymakers should not squander the opportunity this year to expand the #ChildTaxCredit. And they certainly should not give any tax cuts to corporations without also expanding the #ChildTaxCredit. Doing so would leave kids behind yet again. cbpp.org/research/federal-ta…

Policymakers Should Expand Child Tax Credit in Year-End Legislation to Fight Child Poverty

There is pressure on Congress from business interests to delay a corporate tax increase; Congress should not consider any business tax breaks without also expanding the Child Tax Credit.

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A big question indeed! We stand with our partners in asking our electeds to stand up for what's right and what's needed and prioritize #youth!
Sharon Parrott@ParrottCBPP6 Dec 2022
A big question for the Lame Duck Congress: Will policymakers prioritize children in families with low incomes or will they leave them behind – again?
We ❤️ to see multiple Corps come together. Members of the Delaware River #ClimateCorps, supported by @WilliamPennFdn, visited the PA Capitol this week & attended a House session. 🏛️ Thanks @RepRozzi for hosting. @PowerCorpsPHL, Tabitha Corps Chester, Promise Corps Lehigh Valley
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New from @CivicYouth: "27% of young people (ages 18-29) turned out to vote in the 2022 midterm election and helped decide critical races..." circle.tufts.edu/latest-rese…

Millions of Youth Cast Ballots, Decide Key 2022 Races

According to day-after estimates from the Center for Information & Research on Civic Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE) at Tufts University’s Jonathan M. Tisch College of Civic Life, 27% of young...

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SparkAction@sparkaction1 Nov 2022
AMPLIFY THIS: @Lyft is offering 50% off rideshare, bikeshare, and scooter rides to the polls on #ElectionDay (code: VOTE22). Learn more and #GoVote: lft.to/3TXJyQK
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SparkAction@sparkaction7 Nov 2022
Ensure that you are #VoteReady via @alliance4youth: allianceforyouthaction.org/v…

Get #VoteReady today

This is your one-stop shop for information and resources on how to vote.

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Ensure that you are #VoteReady via @alliance4youth: allianceforyouthaction.org/v…

Get #VoteReady today

This is your one-stop shop for information and resources on how to vote.

allianceforyouthaction.org
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AMPLIFY THIS: @Lyft is offering 50% off rideshare, bikeshare, and scooter rides to the polls on #ElectionDay (code: VOTE22). Learn more and #GoVote: lft.to/3TXJyQK
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This #YJAM2022, learn more about how @OJPOJJDP is working to develop more and better alternatives to youth incarceration, to improve community safety and help youth get back on track: ojjdp.ojp.gov/blog/serving-j…
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Today, we close #YJAM2022, but the action doesn’t stop here! Keep learning about ways to build the #youthjustice movement in your community. Find a youth justice advocacy org in your state and take action: njjn.org/our-members/?phpMyA…
Oct. 28th is #GirlsJusticeDay— a day to raise our voices for girls and spread awareness about their involvement in the juvenile and criminal legal systems. #YJAM2022
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