Author: rtamblyn
SMILE! CAA OlyCAP works to increase access to affordable dental care in WA
Written by Rae Tamblyn, in conjunction with staff from WA Dept. of Commerce, Community Services & Housing Division and OlyCAP Ever had a toothache? The agonizing pain in your jaw makes not only chewing painful, but also the daily demands of a job difficult. For many low-income families, good preventative dental care is out of reach and paying bills trumps a regular cleaning. For some folks,
Guest Blog: Redefining the Mission
by Jean Amison, Region II CSBG Representative This year marks the 50th anniversary of the War on Poverty, began by President Lyndon Johnson in his inaugural speech in 1964. On August 20, 1964, he signed the Economic Opportunity Act, which created Community Action Agencies (CAA’s) and grassroots programs to fight poverty. Years later, in an address to Congress in September, 2010 and again in
Minnesota Community Action Agencies Recognized for Innovative Programs to Address Poverty
Written in partnership with Minnesota Community Action Partnership & Rae Tamblyn, Research Assistant, NASCSP Even after 50 years of service, Minnesota's Community Action Agencies are developing new and innovative ways to provide opportunities for low-income families. The Minnesota Community Action Partnership – a consortium of Minnesota’s 26 Community Action Agencies – bestows Best
Looking Back at ARRA – 5 Years Later
--by Rae Tamblyn, Research & Communications Analyst -- Two days ago, February 17, 2014, marked the 5th year anniversary of the signing of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. George Zornick, a reporter for The Nation, wrote an excellent opinion piece, claiming “the stimulus act was a success — and we need another.” Zornick notes that, per research from the
READ MOREWhat Does the Data Say?
Baby it’s cold outside! NASCSP staff and guest panelists Jonathan Schwabish, economist and data visualization creator, and Sarah Sattelmeyer from The Pew Charitable Trusts Economic Mobility Project are here to help you heat up your data! Have you ever wondered: How can you fuel performance with data? How does data drive innovation and change? What would management expert, Peter
