Join us for a compelling webinar on childhood poverty in the U.S., exploring its prevalence, causes, and economic impact. Learn how half of American children experience poverty, why weak social safety nets and low wages contribute to the crisis, and how it costs the nation over $1 trillion annually. Attendees will learn effective policy solutions and the current political landscape. This final session in the poverty webinar series will equip participants with critical insights to drive meaningful change.

Course Objectives:

• Identify the root causes and economic consequences of childhood poverty in the United States.

• Analyze how current social policies and wage structures contribute to poverty rates among children.

• Evaluate policy-based solutions and advocacy strategies to influence systemic change and reduce child poverty.