An ember of hope for families in Berks It’s always darkest before the dawn, or so the saying goes. When it comes to the seemingly endless human rights and child abuse crisis of migrants, the cliché offers little credibility or comfort. The latest round...
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REPORT: Underwater: What’s Sinking Families in Bucks County – Apr 2019
The American Dream is eroding in Bucks County. Incomes that used to provide a comfortable middle class life are no longer enough to even cover the basics. Even families who are near the median income – an income that should solidify their middle class status – are...
REPORT: Underwater: What’s Sinking Families in Delaware County – Mar 2019
The American Dream is eroding in Delaware County. Incomes that used to provide a comfortable middle class life are no longer enough to even cover the basics. Even families who are near the median income – an income that should solidify their middle class status – are...
Philly DA moves to reform juvenile justice system–February 8, 2019
Philly DA moves to reform juvenile justice system Philadelphia’s draconian and all too ineffective juvenile justice system has historically been prone to seek incarceration and heavy supervision of children, trapping them in a byzantine system...
The anguished cries of isolated children–May 18, 2018
The anguished cries of isolated children She was already in trouble and had run out of chances. Juvenile court sent her to a residential facility, which her mother thought would be good for her. Beatriz Jimenez, 16, testified this week at a hearing...
Analysis of Governor’s 2018 Budget Proposal
PCCY Analysis Governor Tom Wolf’s 2018 Budget Proposal A conservative down payment The Commonwealth’s 2.6 million children will be able to access more of the resources necessary to get a better start in life because of the funding priorities outlined in...
News Release: Top 5 things you need to know about Gov. Wolf’s budget
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Top 5 things you need to know about Gov. Wolf’s budget PCCY examines the Governor’s budget address for FY 2016/17 . PHILADELPHIA (February 9, 2016) – Here are our top 5 takeaways from today’s budget address in Harrisburg: . 85%: Governor Wolf...
Coverage Gap for Hispanic Children
Pennsylvania’s rate of uninsured Hispanic children is now at 7.4 percent, according to a new report released today by the Georgetown Center for Children and Families, the National Council of La Raza, and Public Citizens for Children and Youth (PCCY). The report...
5 Things You Need to Know About Kids in Southeastern Pennsylvania
The Annie E. Casey Foundation just released its 2015 Kids Count Data Book. Here are 5 takeaways about children in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Spread the word! Click on the social media icons at the top of the page to share with your networks.
Pledge for Philadelphia’s Children 2015
The Pledge for Philadelphia's Children commits our next mayor to championing school funding, achieving universal high-quality Pre-K access, establishing a higher minimum wage, expanding participation in childhood hunger prevention programs, upgrading City healthcare...