Taking a Closer Look at the Foster Care System We believe that all youth and families interacting with the foster care, or “child welfare,” system should have equitable access to the supports and services they need to thrive. Their rights should be protected as they do so, and the child welfare system should be best […]
May is Foster Care Awareness Month. Let’s take a closer look at the system. Read More »
How are we in May already? But here we all are, and as the May flowers blossom in all their colorful glory, there are many emerging opportunities around cultivating communities where everyone feels that they belong. Belonging Begins With Us Together, we can create communities where everyone feels they belong. Together with Welcoming America’s Belonging
Tea Time: Upcoming inclusion events you won’t want to miss! Read More »
We’re working to ensure that all Nebraskans have access to quality, affordable health care. We are seeking input from you and Nebraskans across the state in order to learn about today’s biggest health care issues. Your voice makes a difference Share your experience regarding health care in Nebraska to help inform our priorities and practices
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Give to Lincoln Day is one of the biggest opportunities all year to make a huge impact on building a just, vibrant, and inclusive Nebraska. Contribute to Appleseed now through May 26th and your support not only increases a proportional match of $500,000 from Lincoln Community Foundation, but generous friends of Appleseed will also give
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Last Wednesday the Legislature adjourned sine die, meaning the body has concluded its work for the session. This year’s session introduced many new and unique challenges and opportunities. On top of normal business, senators also had to address how to allocate $1 billion in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) coronavirus relief funds. The number of
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“This cohort has made me more aware of the audience we feed.” – Mary Carman, Gering Public Schools Food and Nutrition Services Director “I have learned that equity matters and we need to work hard to make everything available to every student.” – Gail Beyer, Bridgeport Public Schools Administrative Assistant Nebraska’s school nutrition programs continue improving food
Nebraska Appleseed’s School Nutrition Equity Cohort shows amazing results! Read More »
This Wednesday is the last official day of the 2022 session! Unless there are veto override votes, all of this session’s legislative business is complete. Wednesday’s agenda will mostly consist of closing remarks from senators, the Speaker, and the Governor. Last week was an extremely busy time at the legislature, with successful passage of two
Historic child welfare bill passes Read More »
Earlier this week, the Nebraska Legislature failed to advance LB 121, the SNAP Reentry Bill. This bill would have ended the lifetime ban on SNAP food benefits for Nebraskans convicted of certain drug felonies and reentering our communities. Current law specifically limits access to food for these folks, even after serving their sentence – essentially double punishing people for
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***For Immediate Release***April 14, 2022 Contact:James GoddardPrograms Senior DirectorNebraska AppleseedC: (402) 570-9462jgoddard@neappleseed.org Nebraska Appleseed Responds to the Passage of LB921 The Nebraska Legislature Takes Steps to Improve Medicaid Reentry Practices for a Safe and Healthy Nebraska LINCOLN, NE — This week, the Nebraska Legislature passed LB921, which is a bill that will help Nebraskans leaving
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***For Immediate Release***April 13, 2022 Contact:James GoddardPrograms Senior DirectorNebraska AppleseedMobile: 402-570-9462jgoddard@neappleseed.org The Nebraska Legislature Passes Historic Child Welfare Bill Senators pass LB 1173, including several of Nebraska Appleseed’s long term priorities LINCOLN, NE – Today, the Nebraska Legislature passed Legislative Bill (LB) 1173, which is an important and historic package of bills, including several of
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