Economic Justice

Defending the First Line of Defense Against Hunger

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as Food Stamps), is frequently referred to as the nation’s first line […]

It is not easy to find a job that will pay sufficient wage to support a family. Indeed, in today’s

During the school year, thousands of Nebraska children benefit from the National School Lunch Free and Reduced Price Meals program.

The end of the 2012 Nebraska legislative session finished with a flurry of activity on prenatal care, child welfare, and

By admin / 05/22/2012

All Nebraska children should have the support they need to be healthy and productive as they grow up. Early behavioral

Today, Nebraska Appleseed and the National Health Law Program (NHeLP) filed a class action lawsuit in Lancaster County District Court

Save the Date! Nebraska Appleseed’s 2012 Good Apple Awards Thursday, October 4, 2012 Livestock Exchange Building Ballroom 4920 S. 30th

Yesterday was a great day for Nebraska’s children. The Legislature voted 30-16 to override the Governor’s veto of LB 599 and

This was a very good week at the Legislature for children in Nebraska and several of the other issues we

VIGIL TO RESTORE PRENATAL CARE TODAY: Wednesday, April 11, 5pm Help ensure that all Nebraska babies have the chance at