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What does it take to be financially secure? That's what National True Cost of Living Coalition, co-founded by FPWA and Community Service Society of New York, asked the Urban Institute. The Urban Institute answered with a new measure that provides key data that going forward, can and should inform policymaking on issues of financial security, opportunity and dignity for all. You can find out more by visiting https://lnkd.in/gqAk-B4M

ICYMI: The Urban Institute released a cutting-edge report on the true cost of economic security in America earlier this week. The report introduces a new measure called the True Cost of Economic Security, which now gives us a way to evaluate economic security for American families. Because it does more than look at basic needs, this new measure will help shift the national conversation to what Americans need to thrive, not just survive. Among the report's findings: ?? Half of all people fall below the TCES line. While many are able to pay their bills, most are unable to save for the future. ?? Low resources rather than high costs characterize places with the highest TCES rates. ?? An individual’s likelihood of falling below the TCES line varies little if they live in a bigger city or a smaller community. ?? Three out of five children live in families with resources below the TCES line. ?? The vast majority of people in single-parent families fall below the TCES level. You can find out more about the measure and the National True Cost of Living Coalition that commissioned the report by visiting https://lnkd.in/ehwcEhR7

Yesterday, FPWA was in Albany to raise our voice in support of policies that assist NY families and reduce child poverty. Our very own, Director of Policy, Advocacy, and Research, Joseph Jones, spoke in support of giving families what they need to afford to live - and thrive - here in New York, such as income supports for NY families, including refundable tax credits and stronger public benefits; housing vouchers; and food benefits. Catch his full remarks here: bit.ly/4fW44vx and check out NY1's coverage of the rally here: bit.ly/3Zf0yH2 You can also check out FPWA's report, "Rewriting the Story: Lived experiences of New Yorkers receiving cash assistance," which confronts the harsh realities of New Yorkers who face serious barriers to #economicmobility, and offers a variety of policy changes and people-centered, trauma-informed recommendations that can be implemented statewide. We also recommend bold structural changes to the system that get to the root of economic insecurity. Find out more and read it here: bit.ly/4dVCNIj

Americans deserve to be able to plan for, save for, and invest in their futures. The Urban Institute’s new report unveils a #TrueCostOfEconomicSecurityMeasure that will help policymakers appreciate the often-unseen challenges faced by every day American families. Read more, via the National True Cost of Living Coalition: https://lnkd.in/e3epxGau

Proud of our CEO and Executive Director, Jennifer Jones Austin, who has been named to City & State's 2024 Power of Diversity: Women 100 list. Congratulations to all the honorees! Read the full article and list here: https://bit.ly/3ZdNZM4

Devastating cuts to public highways, education, health care, jobs, garbage collection, and so many more essential services and resources Americans rely on are at stake under Trump. Jennifer Jones Austin joins Reverend Al Sharpton on MSNBC's #PoliticsNation to discuss how faith-based and nonprofit communities must rally for justice and these critical resources in the face of potential policy shifts. Full clip at https://lnkd.in/e-pAmnWj

Nonprofits and human services organizations across the country are already struggling to meet the demand for basic services and supports. What changes could the Trump Administration bring and how should philanthropy and advocacy organizations rise to meet the moment? Jennifer Jones Austin and Reverand Al Sharpton discuss on MSNBC's #PoliticsNation. You can watch the full clip at youtu.be/KILm3Siwp90

Thank you to all who attended today's training, "Changemaker, Be Well: How to Be Productive and Passionate Without Burning Out" Our last foundational training of the year, "Radical Self-Care and Community Connection: A Space for BIPOC and Social Activists," split into two sessions, will be on Dec 4 and Dec 11. You can register for Part 1 at bit.ly/FPWAFallFS5, and Part 2 at bit.ly/FPWAFallFS5Part2?

Trump is proposing cuts to SNAP, Social Security, Medicaid, and Obamacare. What does that mean for Americans who are already struggling to make ends meet? Jennifer Jones Austin and Reverend Al Sharpton discuss on MSNBC's #PoliticsNation. You can watch the full clip here: youtu.be/KILm3Siwp90

Happy #ElectionDay, NYC! Today is the last day you can vote in this election. ??Polls are open from 6am-9pm. ??If you're on line before 9pm, you MUST be allowed to cast your vote. ??Find your poll site: findmypollsite.vote.nyc?& know your rights: https://lnkd.in/et-Dn3y2 ?? Don’t forget that in addition to several important elections, your ballot will also have?six proposals?to vote on –?for more information on the six proposals please visit:?bit.ly/4e9w79t