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February 15, 2024National Update, , , , , by

The Road to Integration: Challenging Modern Tactics of School Segregation

In an enlightening and compelling webinar hosted by the Appleseed Network and led by New York Appleseed and Texas Appleseed, titled “The Road to Integration: Challenging Modern Tactics of School Segregation,” we delved into the profound and often understated issue …
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January 26, 2024National Update, News, , , , by

Transforming Lives: Missouri Appleseed’s Innovative Medicaid Program in St. Louis Jails

At Missouri Appleseed, we recently launched a groundbreaking new Medicaid enrollment program in partnership with the St. Louis County Jail. This initiative addresses a critical gap in support for individuals transitioning back into society by proactively enrolling them in Medicaid while …
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January 24, 2024National Update, News, , , , , , by

Alabama Appleseed at the Forefront: Championing Justice in Legislative Advocacy

In a recent community gathering organized by nonprofit Alabama Arise in Fairhope, Alabama, the spotlight was not only on the pressing issues facing Alabamians but also on the vital role played by member organizations like Alabama Appleseed. Alabama Appleseed, a …
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December 15, 2023National Update, , , , , , , , , , , , , , by

Transforming Young Lives: Building a World Where No Kids Go Hungry

As we approach the joyous holiday season and the start of a New Year, I’d like to reflect on the work Appleseed Centers are doing to make this world a brighter place, one meal at a time! Hunger has a …
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November 21, 2023National Update, , , , , by

Nebraska’s Bold, Grassroots Step Towards Paid Sick Leave

In a compelling turn of events, Nebraska is witnessing a remarkable democratic evolution. Faced with a legislature that repeatedly refused to debate paid sick leave, Nebraska advocates, led by organizations like Nebraska Appleseed, are taking a significant step by introducing …
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October 23, 2023National Update, Pro Bono Spotlight, , , , , , by

Celebrating National Pro Bono Week: The Power of Partnership

Happy National Pro Bono Week!  This week (October 22-28) is a time for reflection, celebration, and action.  At the Appleseed Network, we’re especially proud of the deep and expansive pro bono collaborations between law firms and Appleseed centers across the …
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October 6, 2023National Updateby

A Deep Dive into the Complexities of School Segregation and Integration

On September 29, Texas Appleseed, New York Appleseed, and the Appleseed Foundation teamed up to host another installment in our compelling “Road to Integration” webinar series dedicated to tackling school segregation and integration. Missed the live event? No worries—the full …
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July 18, 2023National Update, , , , , , , , by

Advancing Justice: Illinois Supreme Court Upholds Pretrial Fairness Act, Shining Spotlight on Chi Appleseed Reform Efforts

The Illinois Supreme Court recently upheld the constitutionality of the Pretrial Fairness Act, a crucial step in ending wealth-based pretrial jailing. This landmark decision acknowledges that money bail is not a constitutional right and affirms the legislature’s authority to prohibit …
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June 30, 2023National Update, , , by

NY Appleseed: Reaffirming Our Commitment to an Equitable, Just, and Integrated Society

Like many, I have been anxiously anticipating and bracing myself for the decision made by the Supreme Court on Thursday to gut Affirmative Action since the oral arguments in October. The Court’s majority added to a shameful list of decisions …
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June 22, 2023National Updateby

Appleseed Network’s Virtual Roundtable Series Tackles School Segregation & Integration

The Appleseed Network, led by Texas Appleseed and New York Appleseed, recently hosted its inaugural webinar for our Virtual Roundtable Series. The event, titled “The Road to Integration: School Segregation and the Ongoing Fight for Racial Equity,” served as a …
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