The 2016 West Michigan Policy Forum with Jeff Connolly

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Voices from across the State of Michigan meet in downtown Grand Rapids one day every two years to discuss what's needed for the State.

Posted Sep 28, 2016

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The West Michigan Policy Forum's mission is to create jobs and opportunities in Michigan by removing barriers to competitiveness, empowering grassroots advocacy within the state's business community and moving forward with legislative policy directives geared toward Michigan's long-term prosperity. Visit the West Michigan Policy Forum on the web, Facebook and twitter.

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Building a Supportive Educational Pipeline for Youth from Foster Care in Michiga...

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According to the Mi School Data, in Michigan, approximately 40% of youth with experience in foster care graduate high school compared to 80% of their general population peers. Karie Ward of Fostering Success Michigan shares how they are increasing access in higher education for students with experience in foster care.

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Homelessness in Early Childhood

Homelessness in Early Childhood - 5:13

Estimated 15,565 children under age 5 are experiencing homelessness based on the educational definition. Sarah Ostyn, Kids Count Policy Analyst for the Michigan League for Public Policy discusses the some of the negative outcomes associated with homelessness from birth through 4.

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Combating Hunger in Michigan

Combating Hunger in Michigan - 5:15

Over the past 33 years, FBCM and Michigan’s food banks have been agile and determined while facing high levels of food insecurity. The network has developed innovative strategies to respond to the specific needs of each community, sourcing large amounts of food at reduced costs and developing innovative programs and partnerships to increase food security for Michigan residents.Currently, 15% of Michigan residentsand 18% of all childrenare considered food insecure. With a strong, unified Board of Directors, inspired executive leadership, and a talented group of staff members, FBCM is poised to execute a visionary strategic plan with the goal of creating a food secure Michigan.

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Funding for Michigan

Funding for Michigan - 5:15

The United States Constitution requires that the residential population of the country be counted every 10 years. A complete and accurate count is vital for communities. Census data is used to distribute funding for road repairs, school improvements, and social programs. The number and distribution of elected officials are based on census data. Nonprofit organizations, businesses, and governments use census data to identify community needs and evaluate solutions to difficult problems. Historically, some populations – including communities of color, low-income households, immigrants, and young children – have been undercounted in the census. Undercounts happen for many reasons. People may not understand the census, may not trust the government, or may not want to share their information. Whatever the reason people don’t participate, undercounts deprive communities of necessary resources and representation. The next census occurs in April 2020. For the first time, census data will be collected primarily online. The new format may make it even harder for people without reliable internet access to participate. A fair and accurate count in Census 2020 is vital for southeast Michigan. Researchers estimate that for every person not counted, communities will lose about $1,800 per year in federal funds. As trusted members of the communities they serve, Michigan nonprofit organizations are well positioned to engage on this issue and encourage census participation.

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