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Investing in Two Generations: Supporting Expectant and Parenting Youth in the District of Columbia
September 10, 2026Youth Economic JusticeYoung parents in the District of Columbia care deeply about their children, who inspire them to work hard and create a strong future for their families. However, expectant and parenting youth in the District face challenges that differ from both older parents and their non-parenting peers.
Policy BriefDistrict Futures After-Action (NE)
July 28, 2026Youth Economic JusticeOn June 17, DC Action launched a community discussion series - District Futures: Guaranteeing Quality Jobs for Youth of Color - with the DC Fiscal Policy Institute (DCFPI) and New Futures, a college and career success organization serving youth across the region.
Blog Post(A Blog Series) Youth Mental Health in DC: Building a Mental Health System Young People Can Find, Trust, and Stay Connected To
July 14, 2026Youth Economic JusticeBuilding a Mental Health System Young People Can Find, Trust, and Stay Connected To
Blog Post(A Blog Series) Youth Mental Health in DC: Pride and the Power of Belonging
June 18, 2026Youth Economic JusticePride and the Power of Belonging
Blog PostOfficial First Vote Statement on the FY 2027 Budget
June 9, 2026Budget and Legislative AdvocacyDC Action applauds Chairman Phil Mendelson and the DC Council for restoring $99 million for child care and early childhood development programs, protecting funding for out-of-school time, as well as restoring $1.5 million in funding for the District’s youth homelessness system.
Blog Post(A Blog Series) Youth Mental Health in DC: Housing Instability and the Challenge of Staying Connected to Care
May 27, 2026Youth Economic JusticeHousing Instability and the Challenge of Staying Connected to Care
Blog Post(A Blog Series) Youth Mental Health in DC: The System Exists, But Young People Still Struggle to Navigate It
May 20, 2026Youth Economic JusticeThe System Exists, But Young People Still Struggle to Navigate It.
Blog PostTestimony of Mary Katherine West before the Committee of the Whole
May 13, 2026Budget and Legislative Advocacy Education Youth Economic JusticeMay 13, 2026 Good morning, Chairman Mendelson, members of the Committee, and staff. Thank you for the opportunity to testify today at the Committee of the Whole Hearing on the Proposed Fiscal Year ...
TestimonyFY27 Budget Letter to DC Council
May 13, 2026Budget and Legislative AdvocacyThe Honorable Phil Mendelson Chairman, Council of the District of Columbia 1350 Pennsylvania Ave, NW, Suite 502 Washington, DC 20005 May 13, 2026 Dear Chairman and Members of the DC Council, We urg...
Advocacy LetterYouth Homelessness Continuum DHS Proposed Cuts Mayor’s FY27 Proposed Budget
April 30, 2026Budget and Legislative Advocacy Youth Economic JusticeDirector Pierre has indicated that all providers are being asked to absorb a 6% funding reduction to account for the proposed $1.53 million cut to Permanent Supportive (Extended Transitional) Housi...
Budget PrioritiesTestimony of Jorge Membreño, LICSW, Director of Youth Advocacy, before DC Council Committee on Human Services
April 30, 2026Budget and Legislative Advocacy Youth Economic JusticeApril 30, 2026 Good morning Chairperson Frumin and members of the Committee on Human Services. My name is Jorge Membreño (he/him), and I am the Director of Youth Advocacy at DC Action. I am...
TestimonyTestimony of Rachel White, Deputy Director of Youth Advocacy, before DC Council Committee on Human Services
April 30, 2026Budget and Legislative Advocacy Youth Economic JusticeApril 30, 2026 Good morning, Chair Frumin and members of the Committee, My name is Rachel White, and I serve as Deputy Director of Youth Advocacy at DC Action. We use research, data, and a racial e...
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