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A New Era to Support Struggling Families in Pennsylvania

In an op-ed co-authored by Marjorie Sims in Penn Live/ Patriot News, Ascend’s Anne Mosle discusses the accomplishments of Ascend Network partners in Pennsylvania and presents opportunities ahead to advance family well-being by centering families through two-generation (2Gen) approaches: We’re entering a new era that will provide stronger support for struggling families in Pennsylvania

BY Anne Mosle & 1 more

Of Interest

1 week ago
Economic Development

2Gen a model for a new era of family policy

In an op-ed co-authored by Anne Mosle, Ascend’s Marjorie Sims presents the opportunities ahead to advance family well-being by centering families through two-generation (2Gen) approaches: 2Gen a model for a new era of family policy.

BY Marjorie Sims & 1 more

Of Interest

09.11.2021
US Education Policy

Supporting the 1 in 5 College Students Raising Children

In a blog post for the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), David Croom sheds light on the strengths of and challenges faced by the often overlooked population of students pursuing a postsecondary education degree while raising a family: Supporting the 1 in 5 College Students Raising Children.

BY David Croom

Of Interest

08.09.2021
Identity and Equity

Centering black women in policy is key

In an op-ed co-authored by Aisha Nyandoro of Springboard to Opportunities and Trene Hawkins of Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Ascend’s Marjorie Sims states the need to honor Black women with bold policies so that future generations can truly thrive: Centering Black women in policy is key to future families’ prosperity.

BY Marjorie Sims

Of Interest

07.22.2021
US Education Policy

Improving Mental Health of Student Parents Webinar

In a webinar hosted by Ascend at the Aspen Institute and the JED Foundation (JED), David Croom co-presents new, mixed-methodology research about student parents' mental health and identifies holistic solutions to securing their higher education success: Improving Mental Health of Student Parents Webinar.

BY David Croom

Of Interest

05.26.2021
US Education Policy

1 in 5: Ascend's Student Parent Podcast

In a podcast series presented by Ascend at the Aspen Institute, David Croom is featured alongside vivid profiles of students who are parents pursuing their education while raising a family and working: 1 in 5 Student Parent Podcast.

BY David Croom

Of Interest

05.25.2021
Economic Development

Ascend Together Webcast Series

In a new webcast series presented by Ascend at the Aspen Institute, Anne Mosle will host conversations with various partners to delve into relevant stories and emerging policy solutions for creating more equitable pathways for children and families: #AscendTogether Webcast Series

BY Anne Mosle

Of Interest

04.27.2021
Employment and Jobs

To Build Back Better, Job Quality Is the Key

We must build an economy where people can work with dignity, support themselves and their loved ones, and contribute to a healthy and thriving society.

BY Maureen Conway & 3 more

Publication

04.14.2021
Family Finances

The COVID-19 Pandemic: Impact On Families

In a Comcast Newsmakers segment, Ascend’s Marjorie Sims offers insight into policies and practices that unlock prosperity for families who have faced additional stress and mental health concerns due to the coronavirus pandemic: The COVID-19 Pandemic: Impact On Families.

BY Marjorie Sims

Of Interest

02.26.2021
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