Californians are Working Harder But Many are Left Behind
The Campaign Has Released a New Report Today
For decades education has been the great equalizer in our society. It has been the path to opportunity through which all families can secure a better future, yet despite working hard, low-income families are increasingly falling behind in economic success.
California now ranks No. 1 in the nation for workers living in poverty and the trend is worsening. Our new statewide report, Working Hard, Left Behind details the economic state of California's low-income adults and finds that low educational attainment is the one common characteristic of the working poor. This inequity is both a social justice and economic imperative. Economic security should not be out of reach for people who are working hard when higher education can be a viable pathway from poverty to prosperity.
We invite you to join us for the official release and overview of the report via a webinar today at 10am. Add to Calendar
Michele Siqueiros, Executive Director of the Campaign for College Opportunity
Judy Patrick, President & CEO of The Women's Foundation of California
Alicia Berhow, Vice President of Workforce Development and Advocacy, Orange County Business Council and Member of the Regional Economic Association Leaders of California
We hope you will join us for this important conversation.
