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Income & Poverty

Even as DC’s economy grows, it is marked by stark racial inequalities in income, wealth, and poverty. Affording the basics, such as rent, food, and utilities is a daily challenge for many DC residents. This is disproportionately true for Black residents, one in five of whom live in poverty. Income support programs help people make ends meet and boost long-term education and health outcomes for children. By helping residents pay their bills, care for their children and possibly save for a rainy day, DC can help create more stability and a future of shared abundance.

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Poverty Reduction Stalled While Racial and Income Inequality Persisted in 2023

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DC Can Boost Income to Tackle Child Poverty

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Testimony

District Child Tax Credit Bill is a Tool for Tackling Child Poverty and Should be Strengthened

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Issue Experts

Tazra Mitchell

Tazra Mitchell

Policy Director

tmitchell@dcfpi.org
Erica Williams

Erica Williams

Executive Director

ewilliams@dcfpi.org
Kate Coventry

Kate Coventry

Deputy Director of Legislative Strategy

kcoventry@dcfpi.org

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