Coffee with the Candidates: Arkansas Kids Count Coalition & Arkansas Advocates for Children & Families
On September 30, the Arkansas Kids Count Coalition and Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families are hosting Coffee with the Candidates, an event where candidates running for the state House and Senate will meet with advocates in a casual setting. This encounter aims to facilitate meaningful conversations about the future of Arkansas’ children and families.
This engaging initiative is part of the coalition’s continuous efforts to ensure that policymakers comprehensively address the needs of children and families in the state. By creating opportunities for open dialogue, the Arkansas Kids Count Coalition emphasizes the significance of collaboration between policymakers and advocates for the well-being of children.
The organization’s dedication to improving the state’s ranking for child well-being is evident in its proactive approach to policy and advocacy. As the latest report by the Annie E. Casey Foundation ranks Arkansas 45th in overall child well-being, the need for collective action becomes increasingly pressing. The Coffee with the Candidates event is a crucial step in forging stronger relationships between activists and policymakers to improve the lives of children in Arkansas.