Posted at https://www.clasp.org/blog/fulfilling-promise-postsecondary-education By Rosa Garcìa College costs have been on the rise for the past several decades. And it’s only getting worse. In recent years, college costs have outpaced income gains. The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities noted that … Continued
Posted at https://www.clasp.org/blog/new-opportunity-low-income-students-earn-debt-free-degree By Lauren Walizer Both federal and state governments have a role to play in assuring better, more equitable postsecondary outcomes for our low-income students. The Debt-Free College Act of 2018 is distinctive for its proposal to establish a … Continued
Posted at https://www.clasp.org/press-room/press-releases/omnibus-spending-bill-clear-progress-everyday-americans-much-left-undone Washington, D.C., March 23, 2018—Congress has passed an omnibus spending bill that will fund the federal government through the end of fiscal year 2018 (FY 2018) on September 30. The $1.3 trillion bill includes support for programs … Continued
From the Interfaith Immigration Coalition (http://www.interfaithimmigration.org): By March 31st, the halfway point for Fiscal Year (FY) 2018, the administration will have resettled just over 10,000 refugees, nowhere near on track to meet the 45,000 admissions goal set for this year. … Continued
We believe that water has a central place for us as people of faith. First, water cleanses. It washes away impurities and pollutants, and it is used to purify objects for ritual use. But more importantly—water is a primary building … Continued
From Church World Service (http://www.churchworldservice.org): Family unity is the foundation of our communities and a key principle within the U.S. immigration system. As people of faith, we know the importance of family unity. Right now, the Administration is undermining our … Continued
From CeaseFirePA (http://www.ceasefirepa.org): In the weeks since the tragic shooting at Parkland, we have seen a groundswell of activism and it’s being led by students. Our children our doing what our leaders have failed to do: they’re saying enough is … Continued
From CLASP (http://www.clasp.org/): As the nation endures a torrent of anti-immigrant policies, actions, and rhetoric from the Trump Administration, young children in immigrant families—babies, toddlers, and preschoolers—are suffering immediate and potentially longer-term consequences. Those are the findings from two new … Continued
CHN is seeking a highly motivated, well-organized, and energetic individual to fill the permanent, full-time position of Administrative/Communications Associate. We are seeking someone to carry out essential administrative tasks and to play a key role in building visibility in social … Continued
From the Earth Day Network (https://www.earthday.org): Fact #1: 8.3 BILLION Metric Tons (9.1 BILLION US Tons) of plastic has been produced since plastic was introduced in the 1950s. The amount of plastic produced in a year is roughly the same … Continued