Nadiyah Groves shared some ways we can address the affordability crisis, which will help ensure that every Black mama has a foundation for joy: kidsforward.org/this-tax-day...
#BMHW26 #BlackMamasMatter #BlackMaternalHealthWeek
#BlackMaternalHealth
#RootedInJoyAndJustice
#ENDMaternalMortality
Affordability means ensuring access to basic needs that every mama needs to have a safe pregnancy & life:
✔️ safe, affordable housing
✔️ consistent transportation to/fr appts
✔️ time off work to recover after giving birth
✔️ access to safe, consistent health care throughout your pregnancy & long after
Happy Black Maternal Health Week to everyone, including our own mamas on the KF team! ❤️
Here in Wisconsin, one key way we ensure that every Black mama and their family can live a life rooted in joy is by addressing the affordability crisis.
Affordability isn’t just a campaign slogan—it should be a promise we can actually feel in our monthly budgets.
This Tax Day, let’s ask the harder (and more honest) question: who is really paying—and who isn’t?
Read the full editorial from our own Nadiyah Groves: www.jsonline.com/story/opinio...
UPDATE! Last week, the Governor vetoed AB24, which would have cut funding for communities if they did not agree to turn their local law enforcement into tools of mass deportation and forced local law enforcement to cooperate with ICE.
Thank the Governor below or by sharing this post!
Response to @govevers.wisconsin.gov signing AB180:
✅ Funding for FoodShare=good. ⚠️ Policing food choices=bad.
Food restrictions are a distraction to keep us focused on what struggling families have in their shopping carts, while the richest 1% run away w/the store: kidsforward.org/funding-for-...
Today the WI Senate took 1 step fwd & 1 step back.
AB759 passed, which allows DACA recipients to get professional licenses.
Unfortunately, AB24 also passed, which forces local law enforcement to work w/ICE. We urge @govevers.wisconsin.gov to veto this bill: kidsforward.org/a-step-forwa....
This is an important opportunity to show support and keep the momentum going.
📞 Call your Senator
📧 Send an email
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#SupportDACA #ImmigrantJustice #ActNow
Victory in Assembly for WI DACA Recipients! AB759 would allow DACA recipients to apply for & receive pro/occupational licenses - crucial for immigrant young people/families.
Contact your State Senators & let them know how important this is. Tue, 3/3, 10:30 am, Sen Com will hold a public hearing.
Today, the Wisconsin state assembly voted to ensure that new moms on Medicaid have health insurance for a year after giving birth, instead of the current 60 days. Wisconsin will soon become the 49th state to extend postpartum coverage for one year: kidsforward.org/wisconsin-le...
We're still glowing from this weekend's halftime show. Our team, and our country, really needed it right now. ❤️ A few words on what it meant to one of our teammates 👉🏽
We've been quiet this month, but for good reason! Our team is spending the month dreaming big, reimagining Wisconsin, and planning for the year to come.
If you're trying to reach us, we may be slow to respond, but we can't wait to connect with you soon!
***re-sharing this post because, well, here we still are.***
🍎Last month, Congress voted to end gov't shutdown and temporarily restore SNAP/Foodshare - we're grateful for that.
🩺 BUT, health care is still about to skyrocket on Jan 1 if Congress doesn't act: kidsforward.org/extending-th...
This #GivingTuesday, will you join us to Reimagine Wisconsin?
Your donation will fuel a movement to demand better for Wisconsin: bit.ly/48sDmZc
This year's been tough. But, we're all about the joy, which is why we've created a playlist w/some of our favorite tunes: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
Rep Vos has again blocked Wisconsin post-partum Medicaid extension, which would ensure new moms on Medicaid have health insurance for a yr after giving birth, instead of the current 60 days. This is harmful & shortsighted.
Literally everyone & their mama supports it: kidsforward.org/literally-ev...
Menasha, Wis. - Local food pantries and community organizations are preparing for a surge in demand as the federal government shutdown continues, putting critical nutrition assistance at risk for more than 33,000 people in the Fox Valley & 700,000 residents across WI: kidsforward.org/local-food-p...
There's so much going on with SNAP - it's hard to keep track. As of right now, here's the big picture of what's going on.
Learn more & take action on the shutdown here: kidsforward.org/the-federal-...
🍎🍓🍳Got an idea to help make Wisconsin school meals more local and nourishing?
The application window for the Spark & Innovation Collaborative Awards is now OPEN: kidsforward.org/grant-opportunity-bringing-local-nutritious-food-to-our-schools/
💡 Have an idea for Wisconsin? We'd love to connect!
📢This WEDNESDAY: United for Action
October 22, 12pm
Register here: kidsforward.org/oct-22-the-j...
🎤 Join us this Wednesday to celebrate the youth justice work we've done together this year & unite with us for action in 2026.
#YJAM2025 #UnitedforAction
The deeply harmful megabill, passed back in July, takes away groceries from those that need it most.
To meet all the new red tape created by the megabill, state leaders need to get these new requirements up and running ASAP to avoid huge fines or worse: kidsforward.org/wisconsin-ch...
How much more will YOU pay for health insurance in January?
If Congress doesn’t renew the ACA tax credits for folks who get insurance through healthcare.gov, it’s about to get a LOT more expensive. How expensive?
Swipe through to find out ->
Learn more & contact your reps: lnkd.in/g2cdZWjJ
JOIN US! 👉🏼
United for Action: The Journey Toward Collective Youth Justice Advocacy in Wisconsin
Wed, 10/22, 12pm
Register here: kidsforward.org/oct-22-the-j...
We've embarked on a journey towards a more developmentally appropriate youth justice system in Wisconsin. Our journey is far from over!
Think the cost of health care is already too high 💸?
Starting in January, many Wisconsinites will be forced to pay an average of 85% MORE for their coverage.
Let Wisconsin's Republican members of Congress know that we can't afford their reckless choices: kidsforward.org/act-illegal-...
📲 How much more will you have to pay if Congress doesn't extend the tax credits? Find out here: www.kff.org/interactive/...
The enhanced premium tax credit has helped more than 24 million people get more affordable health coverage through healthcare.gov marketplace.
But Congress has yet to extend this credit. If they don't, this means that many will pay $100s more/mo for insurance in Jan: kidsforward.org/act-illegal-...
The federal Government has shut down. Now what? Our own Faith Roska helps break down for everyone - that's you! - what's going on and why.
What questions do you have about the shutdown? Let us know below. 👇🏾 kidsforward.org/the-federal-...
No matter where we live or what we look like, we all deserve to live safe and healthy lives. While the approved budget crucially fully funds Medicaid’s cost-to-continue for business as usual, it leaves out several important health care initiatives: kidsforward.org/2025-2027-st...
The State of Working WI 2025 affirms what workers across WI have been saying for years. Families are deeply struggling to make ends meet. Meanwhile wealthy corporations are boasting record profits. This Labor Day, we’re calling on decision makers to take bold action: kidsforward.org/a-call-to-ac...
