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Honoring Dr. King’s Legacy: United Way NCA Turns Reflection Into Action
Every January, we return to the words, the wisdom and the work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. King believed change is built through action—through people choosing, again and.....
Understanding the Leading Causes of Homelessness: Identifying and Bringing Solutions
Homelessness is a complex social issue that affects individuals, families, and communities throughout the National Capital Area. It is not caused by a single event, but by a combination of.....
AMS Partners with United Way NCA to Spread Encouragement
The world’s largest gathering of academic mathematicians concluded Wednesday in Washington, DC. The American Mathematical Society (AMS) hosted the Joint Mathematics Meetings (JMM) from January 3 to 7 at the.....
Black Fatherhood Blueprint Honors Inaugural Cohort
The Greater Washington Urban League and United Way of the National Capital Area celebrated this month the graduation of the inaugural cohort of the Black Fatherhood Blueprint (BFB). The BFB.....
How Many Houses Are in the US? Homelessness vs Housing Availability
For many Americans, finding affordable housing continues to be a challenge, whether you’re renting or buying. In today’s real estate market, many overpriced homes sit vacant while populations experiencing homelessness.....
Health Disparities: Creating Health Care Equity for Minorities
Despite significant advancements in health care, healthcare disparities persist among marginalized populations in the United States. While medical breakthroughs and improved access to care have benefited many, there are still.....
What is Accessibility? Definition and Comprehensive Guide Plus Examples
Accessibility is a key part of building inclusive communities where every individual, regardless of ability, has equal access to information, services, and spaces. Whether navigating a city street, attending a.....
Where Your Raise Still Can’t Cover the Rent
Getting a raise should feel like progress. But for many workers, wages are falling behind rent more than ever — since 2019, rents nationally have jumped 34%, while wages only.....
States Where Americans Are Struggling Most to Afford Basic Needs
Today, 13% of U.S households are earning below the Federal Poverty Level (FPL), while an additional 29% of U.S. households qualify as ALICE—Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed—earning too much to.....
Building Career Readiness at Home: How Families Create Future Success
Career readiness begins long before a young person fills out their first job application. It starts at home, where families play a defining role in shaping the skills, confidence, and.....