State of Poverty Blog

ROMA Next Generation myth-buster

Posted on May 12, 2016 Posted By

Thank you all again for your detailed feedback that you shared with NASCSP over the ROMA Next Generation initial comment period. OCS and NASCSP are hard at work modifying the ROMA Next Gen framework...

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Excited for 2016 Community Action Month

Posted on May 3, 2016 Posted By

NASCSP is so excited for this year’s National Community Action Month! Community Action Month provides an annual opportunity to come together virtually and in person to showcase our passion and...

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CSBG ROMA Next Generation Initial Comment Period Wrap Up

Posted on April 29, 2016 Posted By

The Initial Comment Period for ROMA Next Generation ran from March 3, 2016 to April 13, 2016. In the past two weeks since the comment period closed, NASCSP has worked with OCS to review the feedback...

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Guest Blog: Community Health and Weatherization Take Action on High-Risk Asthma in Low-Income Households of Washington State

Posted on April 26, 2016 Posted By

Caring for a child or family member struggling to breathe can be terrifying. Many of the persistent conditions and triggers for asthma and other respiratory illnesses are found in low-income homes. ...

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Top 10 ROMA NG Questions Answered!

Posted on March 30, 2016 Posted By

Big news! The ROMA Next Generation (ROMA NG) initial comment period has been extended to April 13th! Looking for help organizing your thoughts around ROMA Next Generation, and getting a handle on all...

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ROMA Next Generation Release!

Posted on March 3, 2016 Posted By

ROMA Next Generation is the last piece in a broader national effort to strengthen the performance management culture of the CSBG Network. Thanks in large part to the hard work of the ROMA Next...

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Reflections on the State of the Union 2016

Posted on January 13, 2016 Posted By

By Rae Tamblyn, Research and Communications Analyst In his final State of the Union, President Barack Obama reflected on the major achievements of his administration, and highlighted areas that will...

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A New Opportunity to Connect Social and Physical Health

Posted on January 8, 2016 Posted By

by Quinton Young, Program Assistant The New Year can always be counted on for new beginnings! The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced a new funding opportunity of up to $157...

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CSBG ROMA NG Update

Posted on December 30, 2015 Posted By

Greetings from the NASCSP Staff and Happy Holidays. The CSBG Network had a wonderful year and as we move into 2016, we expect to continue on the path of excellence in alleviating poverty. As a part...

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Community Action Collaborates with Partners in Florida to Close Service Gaps and Ensure Youth Access to Summer Programs

Posted on November 30, 2015 Posted By

The City of Fort Pierce, the county seat for St. Lucie County, Florida, has experienced a disturbing increase in gang-related violence in recent years. Based on crime statistics, Fort Pierce was...

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