November 1st 2011
Even without federal laws, state can do more to collect online sales taxes.
October 18th 2011
National Women's Law Center report shows states scaling back support to families
October 4th 2011
New Annie E. Casey Foundation report shows most youth imprisonment ineffective; AACF announces public education campaign for rigorous rehabilitation programs.
October 3rd 2011
October is Advocacy and Organizing Month
Calendar of Events
AACF = Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families
APPP = Arkansas Public Policy Panel
CAR = Center for Artistic Revolution
NWAWJC = Northwest Arkansas Worker's Justice Center
RCA = Rurual Communities Alliance
WRF = Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation
September 23rd 2011
Enrolling online provides privacy for families and reduces costs for Arkansas
September 22nd 2011
Food Stamps, Unemployment Insurance and other supports prevented many from falling into poverty in 2010
August 17th 2011
Arkansas children feel weight of the recession, despite gains in conditions for teens.
May 24th 2011
Arkansas moves up to "C" grade after serving more than half of low-income children; prepares for more improvement with new fluoridation and dental sealant laws.
May 11th 2011
Just 38 percent of eligible children getting frequent check-ups, despite federal goal of 80 percent.
May 4th 2011
Addressing student health in schools increases academic performance and health of children, report shows.