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Black communities, communities of color, and those living in poverty are overrepresented in many systems, including the foster system.
Statement from Audra Wilson, President & CEO of the Shriver Center on Poverty Law
The Shriver Center advocacy efforts will amplify the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus agenda as well as key issues facing our communities.
Despite the challenges ahead, change is possible.
Black communities, communities of color, and those living in poverty are overrepresented in many systems, including the foster system.
These "precedented" times compelled voters to make their voices heard and demand change
Black communities, communities of color, and those living in poverty are overrepresented in many systems, including the foster system.
Investing in people – not punishment – will make everyone safer.
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