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Why is there so much poverty in America?

This year's First Year Book Poverty, by America probes that simple yet far-reaching question and asks us to consider practical solutions that may inspire us to become advocates for change.

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“Every person, every company, every institution that has a role in perpetuating poverty also has a role in ameliorating it.”





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Join us Oct. 28 at 4 p.m. In Conversation with Rev. Barber

Esteemed poverty abolitionist Reverend Dr. William Barber II will discuss themes from the First Year Book and share insights into how entrenched policies contribute to poverty. Learn how we can foster social and economic justice through systemic change.