Connecticut Voices for Children
@ctvoices.bsky.social
A research and advocacy organization working in #CT and nationally to eradicate child poverty and advance family economic security. Join us in our fight for economic justice!
Being a working parent is tough. It's even harder when your boss gives you last-minute notice of your shifts. Working parents deserve a consistent schedule that lets them plan their lives. It's time we demand a #FairWorkweek and #SchedulesThatWork.
👉 nwlc.org/stwa
👉 nwlc.org/stwa
December 3, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Being a working parent is tough. It's even harder when your boss gives you last-minute notice of your shifts. Working parents deserve a consistent schedule that lets them plan their lives. It's time we demand a #FairWorkweek and #SchedulesThatWork.
👉 nwlc.org/stwa
👉 nwlc.org/stwa
#CT is facing a preventable housing crisis. New HUD rules could cut 70% of permanent supportive housing funding, putting 6.5K people at risk of losing their homes overnight.
Tell Gov. Lamont + your legislators to support the $70M conditional bridge: www.cga.ct.gov/webapps/cgaf...
Tell Gov. Lamont + your legislators to support the $70M conditional bridge: www.cga.ct.gov/webapps/cgaf...
December 3, 2025 at 12:36 AM
#CT is facing a preventable housing crisis. New HUD rules could cut 70% of permanent supportive housing funding, putting 6.5K people at risk of losing their homes overnight.
Tell Gov. Lamont + your legislators to support the $70M conditional bridge: www.cga.ct.gov/webapps/cgaf...
Tell Gov. Lamont + your legislators to support the $70M conditional bridge: www.cga.ct.gov/webapps/cgaf...
Today is #GivingTuesday.
For more 30 years, CT Voices has used independent research and bold advocacy to push #CT toward policies that put children and families first.
💙 Will you be a voice for children? Join us: ctvoices.salsalabs.org/DonatenowtoC...
For more 30 years, CT Voices has used independent research and bold advocacy to push #CT toward policies that put children and families first.
💙 Will you be a voice for children? Join us: ctvoices.salsalabs.org/DonatenowtoC...
December 2, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Today is #GivingTuesday.
For more 30 years, CT Voices has used independent research and bold advocacy to push #CT toward policies that put children and families first.
💙 Will you be a voice for children? Join us: ctvoices.salsalabs.org/DonatenowtoC...
For more 30 years, CT Voices has used independent research and bold advocacy to push #CT toward policies that put children and families first.
💙 Will you be a voice for children? Join us: ctvoices.salsalabs.org/DonatenowtoC...
This week! New London 🚙 As federal threats grow, we’re coming together to talk real solutions & what it will take to truly invest in kids & families.
📅 Dec 3 | 6–8 PM
📍 New London Community Rec Center
Food, child care & Spanish interpretation: bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
📅 Dec 3 | 6–8 PM
📍 New London Community Rec Center
Food, child care & Spanish interpretation: bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
December 1, 2025 at 9:36 PM
This week! New London 🚙 As federal threats grow, we’re coming together to talk real solutions & what it will take to truly invest in kids & families.
📅 Dec 3 | 6–8 PM
📍 New London Community Rec Center
Food, child care & Spanish interpretation: bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
📅 Dec 3 | 6–8 PM
📍 New London Community Rec Center
Food, child care & Spanish interpretation: bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
This season, we’re grateful for the policmakers, advocates, providers, parents, and young people who fight for that vision every day. A #CT where every family has enough isn’t just an aspiration. It’s a choice we can make together.
#HappyThanksgivin
#HappyThanksgivin
November 27, 2025 at 1:00 PM
This season, we’re grateful for the policmakers, advocates, providers, parents, and young people who fight for that vision every day. A #CT where every family has enough isn’t just an aspiration. It’s a choice we can make together.
#HappyThanksgivin
#HappyThanksgivin
Up next: New London 🚙
As federal threats grow, we’re coming together to talk real solutions & what it will take to truly invest in kids & families.
📅 Dec 3 | 6–8 PM
📍 New London Community Rec Center
Food, child care & Spanish interpretation provided: bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
As federal threats grow, we’re coming together to talk real solutions & what it will take to truly invest in kids & families.
📅 Dec 3 | 6–8 PM
📍 New London Community Rec Center
Food, child care & Spanish interpretation provided: bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
November 24, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Up next: New London 🚙
As federal threats grow, we’re coming together to talk real solutions & what it will take to truly invest in kids & families.
📅 Dec 3 | 6–8 PM
📍 New London Community Rec Center
Food, child care & Spanish interpretation provided: bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
As federal threats grow, we’re coming together to talk real solutions & what it will take to truly invest in kids & families.
📅 Dec 3 | 6–8 PM
📍 New London Community Rec Center
Food, child care & Spanish interpretation provided: bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
#JustReleased: “The 2025 State of Early Childhood.” A decade of data shows #CT's ECE system has not meeting demand. New 2025 investments offer hope. Learn what's next to build a stronger and more equitable system.
Read the report: ctvoices.org/publication/...
Read the report: ctvoices.org/publication/...
November 17, 2025 at 6:46 PM
#JustReleased: “The 2025 State of Early Childhood.” A decade of data shows #CT's ECE system has not meeting demand. New 2025 investments offer hope. Learn what's next to build a stronger and more equitable system.
Read the report: ctvoices.org/publication/...
Read the report: ctvoices.org/publication/...
The shutdown may be ending, but the lesson is clear: chaos in DC hits #CT fast.
And the fight isn’t over. HR 1 brings massive cuts to #Medicaid & #SNAP. Food & health go together, & right now, both are at risk. #CT can choose a different path.
Read more: heyor.ca/ui6VWJ
And the fight isn’t over. HR 1 brings massive cuts to #Medicaid & #SNAP. Food & health go together, & right now, both are at risk. #CT can choose a different path.
Read more: heyor.ca/ui6VWJ
November 16, 2025 at 11:54 PM
The shutdown may be ending, but the lesson is clear: chaos in DC hits #CT fast.
And the fight isn’t over. HR 1 brings massive cuts to #Medicaid & #SNAP. Food & health go together, & right now, both are at risk. #CT can choose a different path.
Read more: heyor.ca/ui6VWJ
And the fight isn’t over. HR 1 brings massive cuts to #Medicaid & #SNAP. Food & health go together, & right now, both are at risk. #CT can choose a different path.
Read more: heyor.ca/ui6VWJ
These past weeks proved that when federal uncertainty hits, #CT can step up, & families are better for it. W/ major changes coming now is the time for our state to prepare.
Join us in Middletown, Nov 20 @ 6 PM, to talk solutions.
🔗 bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
#PoliciesForThePeople
Join us in Middletown, Nov 20 @ 6 PM, to talk solutions.
🔗 bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
#PoliciesForThePeople
November 14, 2025 at 6:47 PM
These past weeks proved that when federal uncertainty hits, #CT can step up, & families are better for it. W/ major changes coming now is the time for our state to prepare.
Join us in Middletown, Nov 20 @ 6 PM, to talk solutions.
🔗 bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
#PoliciesForThePeople
Join us in Middletown, Nov 20 @ 6 PM, to talk solutions.
🔗 bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
#PoliciesForThePeople
As the federal shutdown & “Big Beautiful Bill” threaten programs that keep families fed & healthy, #CT has the resources — and the responsibility — to act.
Join us in Middletown, Nov 20 @ 6 PM, to talk solutions.
🔗 bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
#PoliciesForThePeople #CTBudget
Join us in Middletown, Nov 20 @ 6 PM, to talk solutions.
🔗 bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
#PoliciesForThePeople #CTBudget
November 8, 2025 at 2:31 PM
As the federal shutdown & “Big Beautiful Bill” threaten programs that keep families fed & healthy, #CT has the resources — and the responsibility — to act.
Join us in Middletown, Nov 20 @ 6 PM, to talk solutions.
🔗 bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
#PoliciesForThePeople #CTBudget
Join us in Middletown, Nov 20 @ 6 PM, to talk solutions.
🔗 bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
#PoliciesForThePeople #CTBudget
Last week in New Britain, we gathered to talk about real investment in #CT families.
We discussed the #SNAP & #Medicaid crises & how CT has the power & resources to protect residents while DC stalls.
Take action: bit.ly/CTSNAPtoolkit
Join us: bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
We discussed the #SNAP & #Medicaid crises & how CT has the power & resources to protect residents while DC stalls.
Take action: bit.ly/CTSNAPtoolkit
Join us: bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
November 7, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Last week in New Britain, we gathered to talk about real investment in #CT families.
We discussed the #SNAP & #Medicaid crises & how CT has the power & resources to protect residents while DC stalls.
Take action: bit.ly/CTSNAPtoolkit
Join us: bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
We discussed the #SNAP & #Medicaid crises & how CT has the power & resources to protect residents while DC stalls.
Take action: bit.ly/CTSNAPtoolkit
Join us: bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
The manufactured #SNAP crisis is getting worse.
Courts ordered contingency funds released—but partial payments mean longer delays. Families can’t wait for DC politics.
Other states are stepping up. #CT must do the same. NOW.
Take action: bit.ly/CTSNAPtoolkit
Courts ordered contingency funds released—but partial payments mean longer delays. Families can’t wait for DC politics.
Other states are stepping up. #CT must do the same. NOW.
Take action: bit.ly/CTSNAPtoolkit
November 6, 2025 at 3:13 PM
The manufactured #SNAP crisis is getting worse.
Courts ordered contingency funds released—but partial payments mean longer delays. Families can’t wait for DC politics.
Other states are stepping up. #CT must do the same. NOW.
Take action: bit.ly/CTSNAPtoolkit
Courts ordered contingency funds released—but partial payments mean longer delays. Families can’t wait for DC politics.
Other states are stepping up. #CT must do the same. NOW.
Take action: bit.ly/CTSNAPtoolkit
This is an emergency. Folks who benefit from #SNAP will not see money on their EBT cards starting today, Nov 1st.
CT has billions in surplus—we can keep families fed.
📞 Contact the Gov: 860-566-4840 / governor.lamont@ct.gov
📣 Raise your voice: bit.ly/CTSNAPtoolkit
CT has billions in surplus—we can keep families fed.
📞 Contact the Gov: 860-566-4840 / governor.lamont@ct.gov
📣 Raise your voice: bit.ly/CTSNAPtoolkit
November 1, 2025 at 4:52 PM
This is an emergency. Folks who benefit from #SNAP will not see money on their EBT cards starting today, Nov 1st.
CT has billions in surplus—we can keep families fed.
📞 Contact the Gov: 860-566-4840 / governor.lamont@ct.gov
📣 Raise your voice: bit.ly/CTSNAPtoolkit
CT has billions in surplus—we can keep families fed.
📞 Contact the Gov: 860-566-4840 / governor.lamont@ct.gov
📣 Raise your voice: bit.ly/CTSNAPtoolkit
#SNAP isn’t a treat—it’s essential.
Pausing benefits Nov 1 hurts families and our economy. CT can close the gap using record reserves + surplus funds.
📞 Tell your legislators + the Governor: #CT must step up.
➡️ cga.ct.gov/asp/menu/cgafindleg.asp
#PoliciesForThePeople
Pausing benefits Nov 1 hurts families and our economy. CT can close the gap using record reserves + surplus funds.
📞 Tell your legislators + the Governor: #CT must step up.
➡️ cga.ct.gov/asp/menu/cgafindleg.asp
#PoliciesForThePeople
October 31, 2025 at 1:32 PM
#SNAP isn’t a treat—it’s essential.
Pausing benefits Nov 1 hurts families and our economy. CT can close the gap using record reserves + surplus funds.
📞 Tell your legislators + the Governor: #CT must step up.
➡️ cga.ct.gov/asp/menu/cgafindleg.asp
#PoliciesForThePeople
Pausing benefits Nov 1 hurts families and our economy. CT can close the gap using record reserves + surplus funds.
📞 Tell your legislators + the Governor: #CT must step up.
➡️ cga.ct.gov/asp/menu/cgafindleg.asp
#PoliciesForThePeople
Because of federal inaction, enhanced Premium Tax Credits are set to expire—meaning MASSIVE health insurance hikes for #CT families.
A family of four earning $126K could see premiums jump from $10K → $26K.
CT can act. Learn how 👉 heyor.ca/e9Dcxv
#PoliciesForThePeople
A family of four earning $126K could see premiums jump from $10K → $26K.
CT can act. Learn how 👉 heyor.ca/e9Dcxv
#PoliciesForThePeople
October 30, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Because of federal inaction, enhanced Premium Tax Credits are set to expire—meaning MASSIVE health insurance hikes for #CT families.
A family of four earning $126K could see premiums jump from $10K → $26K.
CT can act. Learn how 👉 heyor.ca/e9Dcxv
#PoliciesForThePeople
A family of four earning $126K could see premiums jump from $10K → $26K.
CT can act. Learn how 👉 heyor.ca/e9Dcxv
#PoliciesForThePeople
Mark your calendars! 🗓️ Our 25th Tax and Budget Forum returns on January 8th, 2026.
RSVP for this virtual, statewide event on building a fair, equitable, & sustainable fiscal future for #CT's children and families: bit.ly/taxandbudget25
#TaxAndBudget25 #PoliciesForThePeople
RSVP for this virtual, statewide event on building a fair, equitable, & sustainable fiscal future for #CT's children and families: bit.ly/taxandbudget25
#TaxAndBudget25 #PoliciesForThePeople
October 30, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Mark your calendars! 🗓️ Our 25th Tax and Budget Forum returns on January 8th, 2026.
RSVP for this virtual, statewide event on building a fair, equitable, & sustainable fiscal future for #CT's children and families: bit.ly/taxandbudget25
#TaxAndBudget25 #PoliciesForThePeople
RSVP for this virtual, statewide event on building a fair, equitable, & sustainable fiscal future for #CT's children and families: bit.ly/taxandbudget25
#TaxAndBudget25 #PoliciesForThePeople
CT is committing $3M in emergency funds to @CTFoodshare as federal #SNAP support disappears.
We’re glad the need is being recognized—but $3M can’t replace $72M/month in SNAP benefits.
CT must commit to covering this gap through year’s end.
🔗 ctmirror.org/2025/10/27/f...
We’re glad the need is being recognized—but $3M can’t replace $72M/month in SNAP benefits.
CT must commit to covering this gap through year’s end.
🔗 ctmirror.org/2025/10/27/f...
October 29, 2025 at 2:32 PM
CT is committing $3M in emergency funds to @CTFoodshare as federal #SNAP support disappears.
We’re glad the need is being recognized—but $3M can’t replace $72M/month in SNAP benefits.
CT must commit to covering this gap through year’s end.
🔗 ctmirror.org/2025/10/27/f...
We’re glad the need is being recognized—but $3M can’t replace $72M/month in SNAP benefits.
CT must commit to covering this gap through year’s end.
🔗 ctmirror.org/2025/10/27/f...
📅 Happening this week! Join us in #NewBritain on October 30 to discuss how federal cuts and state fiscal controls are holding #CT back, and what it will take to put children and families at the center of our budget choices.
RSVP at bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
RSVP at bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
October 28, 2025 at 12:53 PM
📅 Happening this week! Join us in #NewBritain on October 30 to discuss how federal cuts and state fiscal controls are holding #CT back, and what it will take to put children and families at the center of our budget choices.
RSVP at bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
RSVP at bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
Honoring Hispanic and Latine identity isn’t seasonal. It’s about the right to live without fear, to walk freely, and to belong.
To all who carry this heritage: we see you and we’re proud to live in a state made stronger by your presence.
To all who carry this heritage: we see you and we’re proud to live in a state made stronger by your presence.
October 25, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Honoring Hispanic and Latine identity isn’t seasonal. It’s about the right to live without fear, to walk freely, and to belong.
To all who carry this heritage: we see you and we’re proud to live in a state made stronger by your presence.
To all who carry this heritage: we see you and we’re proud to live in a state made stronger by your presence.
Thousands of #CT families are rightfully asking: Am I going to lose my benefits?
TOMORROW: Join Defend Public Health CT for a conversation on what’s changing w/ programs like #SNAP & #Medicaid (AKA HUSKY in CT), what these cuts will mean for residents and how we can fight back.
TOMORROW: Join Defend Public Health CT for a conversation on what’s changing w/ programs like #SNAP & #Medicaid (AKA HUSKY in CT), what these cuts will mean for residents and how we can fight back.
October 24, 2025 at 2:26 PM
“In one of the wealthiest states in the country, we have the resources to ensure that no one goes hungry,” said Emily Byrne, executive director.
️‼️One idea among many others‼️: The state could distribute new, temporary EBT cards for families.
#PoliciesForThePeople
heyor.ca/ODNgFv
️‼️One idea among many others‼️: The state could distribute new, temporary EBT cards for families.
#PoliciesForThePeople
heyor.ca/ODNgFv
October 23, 2025 at 2:01 PM
“In one of the wealthiest states in the country, we have the resources to ensure that no one goes hungry,” said Emily Byrne, executive director.
️‼️One idea among many others‼️: The state could distribute new, temporary EBT cards for families.
#PoliciesForThePeople
heyor.ca/ODNgFv
️‼️One idea among many others‼️: The state could distribute new, temporary EBT cards for families.
#PoliciesForThePeople
heyor.ca/ODNgFv
The USDA sent a memo to states on Oct 10 ordering them to withhold Nov #SNAP benefits to families & vendors amidst the shutdown. This is on top of HR 1.
Contact your State legislators & tell them: When Washington turns its back, #CT must have families’ backs.
#PoliciesForThePeople #EconomicJustice
Contact your State legislators & tell them: When Washington turns its back, #CT must have families’ backs.
#PoliciesForThePeople #EconomicJustice
October 22, 2025 at 2:26 PM
The USDA sent a memo to states on Oct 10 ordering them to withhold Nov #SNAP benefits to families & vendors amidst the shutdown. This is on top of HR 1.
Contact your State legislators & tell them: When Washington turns its back, #CT must have families’ backs.
#PoliciesForThePeople #EconomicJustice
Contact your State legislators & tell them: When Washington turns its back, #CT must have families’ backs.
#PoliciesForThePeople #EconomicJustice
🚨 Health care costs are set to rise, and fast.
If Washington, DC can't agree that affordable health coverage for everyone is the right and smart thing, Connecticut elects should lead with #CT values here at home.
If Washington, DC can't agree that affordable health coverage for everyone is the right and smart thing, Connecticut elects should lead with #CT values here at home.
October 20, 2025 at 2:39 PM
🚨 Health care costs are set to rise, and fast.
If Washington, DC can't agree that affordable health coverage for everyone is the right and smart thing, Connecticut elects should lead with #CT values here at home.
If Washington, DC can't agree that affordable health coverage for everyone is the right and smart thing, Connecticut elects should lead with #CT values here at home.
Federal cuts and state fiscal rules are straining #CT families, but change is possible. Join us to talk about how our state can choose care over cuts and put children and families first. 💙
Food, child care, & Spanish translation provided.
RSVP at bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
Food, child care, & Spanish translation provided.
RSVP at bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
October 17, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Federal cuts and state fiscal rules are straining #CT families, but change is possible. Join us to talk about how our state can choose care over cuts and put children and families first. 💙
Food, child care, & Spanish translation provided.
RSVP at bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow
Food, child care, & Spanish translation provided.
RSVP at bit.ly/ctvoices-roadshow