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United Way NCA Launches Inaugural ALICE Reports for the National Capital Area

The inaugural ALICE in the Crosscurrents Report gives a true picture of the nearly 500,000 National Capital Area households who are employed and earning above the Federal Poverty Line, yet are unable to afford the basic necessities.
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Aug 17, 2023

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What Is Safeguarding? The Importance of Child Protection

Protecting children’s development is paramount to fostering a safe and thriving society....

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Jul 24, 2023

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Health Disparities: Creating Health Care Equity for Minorities

Despite significant advancements in health care, disparities persist among marginalized populations in...

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Jul 17, 2023

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The Best U.S. Cities for Fair Chance Employment

In the United States today, there are more than 19 million individuals...

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Jun 29, 2023

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The Four Types of Racism

With its complex history, racism is oftentimes taught to others on a...

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Jun 09, 2023

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Social Enterprises: Definition and Examples

Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the crucial role of social enterprises in...

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Jun 07, 2023

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Eating is Expensive, Even For Those Who Are Employed

By Rosie Allen-Herring, President and CEO, United Way of the National Capital...


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