The good news is, the last time this happened, you raised your voices and Congress listened. Let your legislators know we need MORE support with utilities, not less. Use our easy action tool: actionnetwork.org/letters/we-d...
Keeping the power on means keeping families safe, healthy, and connected. Yet at a time when #utility costs are crushing Hoosiers, the President's newly-released 2027 budget proposal suggests eliminating energy assistance for families in need. This is unacceptable!
The Fair Housing Center of Central Indiana (FHCCI) found that Marion County's high eviction rates are driven partly by the rising housing costs and continued lack of affordable rental units. Check out their work here to read the full report: www.fhcci.org/reports/
This week, Policy Analyst Lauren Murfree conducted an interactive workshop, "Community Action in Action," for the Regional Housing Summit held by Heading Home of South Central Indiana. The atmosphere in the room was vibrant and engaging. Thank you to all of those who attended!
Director Erin Macey loved hearing the latest from Paul Sammons about RecycleForce accomplishments and future ambitions. They provide #jobtraining to returning citizens - improving the community AND the environment.
Glad to have them as partners in our Skills2Compete Coalition.
Our policy fellow, Lindsay (pictured on the left), and her mentor, Policy Analyst Lauren Murfree (right), were able to attend the Regional Housing Summit held by Heading Home of South Central Indiana. They had an amazing time listening and learning! #HoosierHousing
Today, #TeamInstitute is talking about housing & financial security with other community leaders and advocates.
Pictured here: Lauren (center, Policy Analyst), Lindsay (left, Policy Fellow), and Aja (right, Advisory Council Member).
Most other nations are well past this, making paid leave available to all workers at key times, like the birth of a child. It's time we did, too.
One bill they highlighted will provide a *limited* number of grants to states *if* the state agrees create state-level paid leave programs - with a private insurance partner. Key words: "limited," "if," and "private insurance."
Congressman Messmer serves on a House subcommittee that recently held a hearing to explore policy options to expand access to paid leave.
This week, we met with staff in Congressman Messmer's office to say in no uncertain terms: 👏 we need a federal standard for paid family leave. 👏
What are "AI-exposed jobs" & how do we ensure no worker is left behind?
National Skills Coalition & Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco talk about a new interactive tool & policy-level considerations as AI reshapes work opportunities. opportunities. nationalskillscoalition.org/blog/artific...
You may have heard about Governor's Braun's 30-day suspension of sales tax on gas at the pump, but do you know how that will impact your family's budget? Check out our latest fact sheet that breaks down gas taxes in Indiana, including estimates of how much your family might save at the pump!
On January 20, 2026, over 100 people gathered in the Indiana statehouse for Hoosier Healthcare Day of Action. Read on our blog a perspective from our policy fellow on the importance of civic engagement like this: institute.incap.org/index.php?op...
Basic needs are workforce needs, argues National Skills Coalition, and we agree! Recent cuts and paperwork requirements in SNAP and Medicaid will be felt across the state as Hoosiers lose access to food and health care.
nationalskillscoalition.org/resource/pub...
Taking care of an aging loved one is critically important work that sometimes forces difficult choices: quit work or take unpaid time off? Paid family leave would enable caregivers to balance work and family without facing financial hardship. indianacapitalchronicle.com/briefs/hoosi... #paidleave
Check out their work here: www.fhcci.org/reports/ #Housing
The Fair Housing Center of Central Indiana finds the behavior of landlords has played a major part in high eviction filing rates in Marion County. Areas with high eviction rates also have high rates of "mega-investors" and large corporations ownership of single-family rentals.
It was a treat to speak to students at IU Maurer School of Law about legislation & then connect with Georg’ann from Hoosier Action.
One student asked, how do you stay optimistic? It’s not always easy, but giving in to despair and surrendering your vision of a better world is not an option.
Staff retreat! Do you know Indiana legislators well enough to play Guess Who? #TeamInstitute does!
ATTN: Small business owners! We know your staff is like family.
Supporting them through major life events like the birth of a child or a major illness can be a challenge - and a statewide paid leave insurance policy could make that possible. youtu.be/r2HWrGNxCNc?...
We all want to be able to care for ourselves and our loved ones when it matters most. Paid Family and Medical Leave has progressed in Virginia – and our neighbors in Illinois are having a hearing as well! Let's be next, Indiana! Check out some resources: institute.incap.org/paid-leave
Watch for yourself! Tune into the livestream here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXEw...
We're livestreaming the IURC's Investigative Inquiry on Energy Affordability this morning. This visual from AES's presentation shows a breakdown of how their customers' bills are calculated.
What else do YOU want to know about your utility bills? #transparency #affordability #utilities
TOMORROW! Join colleagues from the Indiana Justice Project for an Eviction Sealing Clinic on Saturday, March 21, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the North United Methodist Church (3808 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46208).
This is a deep desire that I have. I am sure these desires are shared by others. I believe that these things are achievable."
-Sarah Conrad, Institute Advisory Council Member
A future where we build technologies that are not expendable or are merely extracted to be thrown away.
A future where the government is something that seeks out its people to truly engage with and solve real problems without the corruption of personal gains...
"I have a strong desire to see a future where profit is not the focus of our labor -
a collective where we can exist along with native landscapes and build rich cultures; where we are in communion with our neighbors...
Are you a NIPSCO customer? Do you have questions or concerns about your utility billing?
Join our colleagues at Citizens Action Coalition TONIGHT for a webinar on why NIPSCO's bills are skyrocketing and how YOU can advocate for change.
Register here: citact.org/nipsco-webinar
Our newest blog post highlights how Area Five Agency Head Start is breaking down barriers to dental care access. "We’re proud to show that change is possible," said Stormy Fiscel, Health & Nutrition Manager at Area Five Head Start. Read more at institute.incap.org/index.php?op...
