Our next Leadership Corner series session, “My Journey from Boxing Ring to Boardroom: 5 Essential Virtues for Life and Leadership," with Héctor Colón, is being held on October 14.
Our Experience NSDTA 360 registration is open for the National Staff Development and Training Association (NSDTA) two-day virtual event, on October 6-7.
Our Experience AAHHSA 360 early registration is ending soon for the American Association of Health & Human Services Attorneys (AAHHSA) two-day virtual event, on October 20-21.
Stay tuned for additional upcoming APHSA virtual events in the months ahead!
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APHSA is growing - check out our recent job openings in our Career Center, including listings for a SNAP E&T Project Manager, Knowledge Mobilization Coordinator, Organizational Effectiveness Consultant, and Data and Technical Assistance Specialist/Analyst. The positions are based in Arlington, VA, but remote work requests will be considered.
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Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) Implementation Study, September 2020 - The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) and the Food Research and Action Center (FRAC) released the first pieces of their P-EBT study. The state profiles and resource library are currently available, and the summary report and case studies will be available soon.
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Telework & Accessibility Toolkit, September 25, 2020 - Many employers and employees have shifted to telework. The Partnership on Employment & Accessible Technology (PEAT) released the Telework & Accessibility Toolkit to help employers transitioning to telework ensure digital communications and platforms are as accessible as possible for everyone, including people with disabilities.
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It Is Time for an Official Measure of Economic Well Being, September 2020 - This report from the Center for the Study of Social Policy used the recent release of U.S. Census Bureau data on income, poverty, and health insurance to highlight how the pandemic has exacerbated racial and economic inequalities.
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Wednesday, October 14, 1:00-3:00 PM EDT
Thursday, October 15, 1:00-2:00 PM EDT
October 13-15 and October 19-22
Monday, October 19, 12:00-1:15 PM EDT
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This report from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, in partnership with the Mississippi Economic Council (MEC) and the Children’s Foundation of Mississippi, explores how childcare breakdowns impact working parents, their employers, and the state economy. The goal of the report is to better understand the unique needs of Mississippi’s working parents and examine the current childcare landscape.
A List of COVID-19 Child Care Surveys and Data Analyses, September 11, 2020 - This resource from the Urban Institute shares a compilation of surveys conducted by national, state, and local agencies and organizations to better understand the needs of families and child care providers during the COVID-19 pandemic. The list will be updated periodically with new information and resources.
As COVID-19 Spreads, Most States Have Laws That Address How Schools Should Respond to Pandemics, March 20, 2020 - This resource from Child Trends and EMT Associates, Inc. provides the text of state statutes and regulations - as well as noncodified guidance from state health and education agencies - that relates to pandemic planning for schools. This tool is designed as a resource for educators, policymakers, and general audiences to learn more about pandemic planning for schools within their states.
Picking Up the Pieces: Building a Better Child Care System Post COVID-19, September 2020 - This report from Childcare Aware of America examines access, affordability, and childcare quality amid the pandemic. This report also provides an interactive map and state fact sheet from all 50 states and D.C. and includes numerous case studies in Washington State, Colorado, and Wisconsin.
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Wednesday, September 30, 4:00–5:00 PM EDT
Wednesday, October 14, 11:00 AM-3:30 PM EDT
Monday, October 5, 2:00 PM EDT
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Why Disaggregating Data by Race is Important for Racial Equity, August 18, 2020 - This blog post from the Annie E. Casey Foundation shares details on their recent case study, "By the Numbers: Using Disaggregated Data to Inform Policies, Practices, and Decision-Making," showing how taking apart data and presenting the information in a new way can change the way statistics look and problems are solved.
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Thursday, October 1, 3:00-4:30 PM EDT
Tuesday, October 6, 1:00-1:30 PM EDT
Wednesday, October 14, 3:00-4:00 PM EDT
Wednesday, October 21, 2:00-3:30 PM EDT
Thursday, October 22, 3:00-4:15 PM EDT
November 9-11, 2020
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