Issue Brief on Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Children's Economic Well-Being in Rhode Island
Racial and ethnic diversity has increased in the United States and Rhode Island over the last several decades and is projected to rise in the future. The diversity of Rhode Island is an asset; however, there are wide, persistent, and unacceptable disparities in children’s economic well-being by race and ethnicity.

Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Children’s Economic Well-Being in Rhode Island includes disaggregated data by race and ethnicity on key indicators of child and family well-being, including unemployment rates, family income, poverty, wealth, homeownership, and postsecondary education. The Brief also discusses the root causes of these disparities – historic governmental policies and current systemic racism.

The report suggests solutions and actions Rhode Island can take to eliminate racial and ethnic disparities and promote equitable, racially aware, and community-driven policies. Please see the full publication, the media release, and the release event recording.
Policy Brief on Housing Instability and Homelessness among Rhode Island Children
Safe, affordable, and stable housing maintains the health, safety, and emotional well-being of families and children and provides a safe place for children to eat, sleep, play, and grow. When housing costs outstrip families' incomes, families may live in low-quality and overcrowded housing, move frequently, or become homeless - all of which impact children's health, academic achievement, and future success.

Housing Instability and Homelessness Among Rhode Island Children contains data on the scale of the problem, which has increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, and key recommendations to support children and families currently experiencing housing instability and homelessness, as well as recommendations for prevention efforts. Please see the full publication, presentation, event recording, and media release.
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2022 Rhode Island KIDS COUNT Factbook Release
We will release our 2022 Rhode Island KIDS COUNT Factbook at a virtual event via Zoom
on Monday, May 16, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

More details to come soon. We hope that you can join us!

If you are interested in being a Sponsor, please call 401-351-9400 ext. 10,

Sponsorship categories are as follows:
$10,000 - Children's Champion
$5,000 - Children's Legacy
$2,500 - Children's Advocate
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