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From Grassroots Action to Impact Litigation…
Grassroots Power
We collaborate with Kansans from every corner of the state to address challenges that impact our communities.
Research and Analysis
We conduct research and analysis to help us better understand complex issues. This knowledge motivates us to advocate for positive policy changes in the Kansas Statehouse.
Impact Litigation
Our impact litigation is designed to create a lasting impact on policy and society, helping to shape the future for generations to come.
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A Conversation with Dr. Stef Sloan: Multi-Disciplinary Legal Representation in Child Welfare
Dr. Stef Sloan, PhD is a lecturer at the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare, Director of Research for the Child’s Voice Project, and a research and evaluation consultant in the child welfare space, advancing national strategy for research, evaluation, and funding for pre-petition and preventative legal services. I sat down to talk with … Continued
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Kansas Appleseed Update: Legislative Wins & Ongoing Advocacy
Over the last few weeks, we have celebrated many great moments at Kansas Appleseed. We’ve seen several bills signed into law by Governor Kelly and we celebrated the settlement of our Progeny v. City of Wichita lawsuit over the Wichita Police Department’s use of a gang database. Whether it is in the Statehouse or in … Continued
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The Kids are Alright, but the State’s Investment in Them Needs to be Greater
The kids are alright, but state investment in them needs to be greater. Failure to invest in the systems that support at-risk youth in the state is a policy decision to not invest in the future of all Kansas children. The 2016 youth justice reforms have not been allowed to fulfill their promise to Kansas … Continued
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