by Sarah Cruz | May 29, 2020 | Economic Justice, Human Rights
Across the U.S. and the world, the coronavirus virus has forced people to quarantine in their homes for days at a time, cancel celebrations and social activities, and left many with uncertainty of what the coming months will bring. Simultaneously, it has highlighted...
by Kathy Green | May 22, 2020 | Economic Justice, Human Rights
Some of the biggest pieces to the hunger safety net are the child nutrition programs. Millions of children eat meals at school through the National School Lunch Program and the School Breakfast Program. Add to those the Child and Adult Care Food Program, the Summer...
by Sarah Cruz | May 22, 2020 | Human Rights, Latest Posts
On April 8th, Texas Impact began highlighting members of the Texas Border Collaboration Network (TBCN) and their organizations. TBCN members and organizations are dedicated to helping migrants and vulnerable populations along the U.S.-Mexico border. This week’s...
by Sarah Cruz | May 8, 2020 | Human Rights, Latest Posts
Earlier this year, Texas Impact joined the Texas Border Collaboration Network (TBCN). TBCN is a network of organizations focused on direct service, legal aid, advocacy, and hospitality for migrants and vulnerable populations along the Texas-Mexico border. As this...
by Kathy Green | May 1, 2020 | Economic Justice, Human Rights, Latest Posts
The COVID-19 pandemic has not only created illness and loss of life across the country, but also issues frequently seen by families in disaster situations—loss of employment, financial hardship, and food insecurity. Fortunately, Congress has recognized the gravity of...
by Sarah Cruz | Apr 24, 2020 | Human Rights, Latest Posts
On April 22, 2020, President Trump signed an executive order that will prevent specific groups of individuals from being admitted into the U.S. as a lawful permanent resident (LPR), also known as obtaining a green card. According to the order, the newest restrictions...
