Two organizations have come together. The Alliance for Strong Families and Communities + the Council on Accreditation have joined. This is the start of something big. Together with thousands of social-sector leaders, we will activate the power of the social sector to create a unified, intrepid, just, and purposeful network so that all people can…...
Throughout 2024, Social Current continued its efforts to activate the power of the social sector and effect broader systemic change in support of an equitable society where all people can thrive In collaboration with our network and partners, we...
On May 2, President Donald Trump released the administration’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2026, highlighting significant spending cuts to domestic programs While presidential budgets outline policy priorities, Congress is not obligated to adopt them The proposal calls for more than $163 billion in cuts to non-defense...
Unprecedented It’s an adjective that has increased in popularity over the past several years As a clinical social worker with a background in mental health, this term has taken on new meaning The COVID-19 pandemic was frequently referred to as unprecedented The current political environment also has been referred to as unprecedented...
As the second quarter of 2025 begins, the social sector is navigating a complex landscape of both opportunities and challenges, requiring organizations to proactively engage in trend inquiry and scenario planning While increased institutional trust, community partnerships, and technology integration present positive trends, funding threats, rapid policy shifts, and workforce cuts and...
As we reflect on Earth Day and our role in advancing equity and sustainability, the wisdom found in Robin Wall Kimmerer’s Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants offers a grounding perspective Kimmerer, a Potawatomi botanist and professor, blends Indigenous teachings with scientific knowledge...
The important work of creating an equitable society where all people can thrive cannot be achieved without the support of diverse community-based partnerships Global Volunteer Month, celebrated in April, is a time to acknowledge and celebrate partners that donate time, resources, and expertise to make a difference in our communities ...
Lowering the cost of insulin and injectable epinephrine President Donald Trump signed an executive order, Lowering Drug Prices By Once Again Putting Americans First, directing the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to reduce prescription drug cost of and expand access Key provisions include: Lowering the cost of insulin and injectable epinephrine...
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“There’s always an opportunity to become a better advocate,” said Jonathan Vasquez, government relations and advocacy assistant at Children’s Institute in Los Angeles “That’s what the families and communities we serve at the Children’s Institute deserve—people who have the expertise and knowledge to be effective champions of the work”...