Food insecurity or the lack of consistent access to enough food for an active, healthy life is not just a symptom of poverty; it’s a silent force exacerbating the Black maternal health crisis.
Harvard’s actions will have consequences not just for the school or the Ivy League, but for institutions of higher education across the country, including state schools, minority-serving institutions, and community colleges.
By Parker Gilkesson Davis| In honor of the Juneteenth holiday, this brief looks at the history of agricultural injustice experienced by Black and immigrant farm workers and offers bold policy ideas that center the dignity, equity, and value of all historically marginalized communities. >> Read…
CLASP is outraged by the Los Angeles ICE raids and the unlawful arrest of David Huerta, president of SEIU-USWW, who was assaulted, injured, and detained while advocating for immigrant workers.
This agreement addressed the bargaining unit’s rights and protections, hiring processes, pay scale, leave policy, and workplace disputes, among other provisions.
The proposed changes largely restrict access, tighten eligibility, and shift administrative costs from the federal government to the states. If enacted, this will amount to the largest cut in the program's history.
By Eddie Martin, Jr. In just over three months, the Trump Administration has launched a sweeping and coordinated attack on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) across nearly every level of government. The administration seeks to dismantle the infrastructure that ensures equity, fairness, and justice…
This legislation would significantly increase the authority of ICE; expand detention facilities, including family detention facilities; and impose exorbitant fees for immigrants who are trying to stay in or adjust their status in the United States.
By Kaelin Rapport The first observance of Earth Day was held 55 years ago. Originally envisioned as large-scale public protests to raise awareness of environmental threats, Earth Day now promotes environmental conservation and sustainable energy. That reminder is more necessary than ever as the Trump…
April 11-17, 2025 is Black Maternal Health Week. Current proposed cuts to Medicaid and DEI programs threaten to diminish the physical and mental health of Black women.