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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Save the date for our Celebration of Children's Health and Well-Being! It will be held from 12-1:3opm on Monday, November 23, 2026. Registration will be available soon.

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Proud to be a part of this! Join us on October 22 at 6 PM. It’s free, and all are welcome. Registration and more info here: www.rwpconservancy.org/event/film-s...

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

* send in your story by the end of today!* Speak Up for Head Start: Our Comment and How to Submit Yours myemail.constantcontact.com/Speak-Up-for...

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We had a great time at the #Providence Data in Your Backyard event this morning! Our Deputy Director @slgeller.bsky.social crushed it. Here's the data presentation, focused specifically on #PVD children + families: rikidscount.org/wp-content/u...

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

9/24 @ 4:30pm: Join @annenberginstitute.bsky.social and the Africana Studies/Rites and Reason Theatre for a film screening! The award-winning documentary Legacy: Apartheid's Shadow will be screened, followed by a panel discussion w filmmaker Tara Erica Moore. Info + registration QR in flyer:

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

When SNAP participation declines, families lose access to food, communities lose federal dollars, and local economies suffer. Congress can take action to reverse the harm and strengthen SNAP. Take one moment to tell them to invest in #SNAP! secure.everyaction.com/76ItkRZL70ae...

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Join us next Wednesday for the Providence Data in Your Backyard! secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/... This event brings local data from our Factbook into communities so they can identify and celebrate areas of strength where the community is making progress. 🥰

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

🎉 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month! Hispanic families are central to RI's present and future. The data backs it up! In 2020, 27% of RI children were Hispanic, and today 32% of our public school students are Hispanic. 📊 Full data: rikidscount.org/factbook/

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Data shows Black, Hispanic + IEP students are disproportionately referred to law enforcement + arrested in #RI schools. Our new guide helps districts build safer, more equitable discipline practices — w/ law enforcement as a last resort, not the first response. rikidscount.org/wp-content/u...

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

This month's e-news covers two topics focused on working to make RI schools safer and healthier: 📊 School Social Workers 🏫 Positive School Climate & Safe Schools conta.cc/4hjbYCG Read the full e-news for both stories -- as well as important immunizations info! conta.cc/4hjbYCG

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

On this day of remembrance, we honor the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and the resilience of the communities that came together in the aftermath. Today, we pause to remember, to honor, and to reaffirm our shared commitment to caring for one another. #neverforget

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Congrats to all of the winners in yesterday's #RI primary elections! As candidates move forward, we look forward to working with all of you to advance policies that improve the lives of RI's kids + families. Our nonpartisan data and research are here for you. 💙www.rikidscount.org

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

En materia educativa, #RI se sitúa en un nivel intermedio en comparación con MA. Preguntamos a los candidatos a gobernador qué medidas tomarían al respecto, abarcando desde los resultados académicos hasta el acceso a actividades extraescolares: canva.link/98vjpdwa33s6... #edchatRI

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Providence: #17 hardest U.S. city to live w asthma. 🏙️💨 steveahlquist.substack.com/p/new-report... The connection to housing conditions is real, and it's hitting kids hardest. Explore the data: - Kids w Asthma: rikidscount.org/wp-content/u... - Housing + Health: rikidscount.org/wp-content/u...

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

RI registró la mayor caída del país en el bienestar económico infantil. Preguntamos a los candidatos a gobernador qué harían al respecto. Vea la postura de los candidatos sobre la pobreza, la vivienda, el acceso a alimentos y el cuidado infantil: canva.link/3mee1zdkle8s...

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

EN ESPAÑOL 🗳️ RI Governor Candidate Survey Responses are here! ¡Aquí están las respuestas a la encuesta de los candidatos a gobernador de Rhode Island! visita rikidscount.org

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

📊 NEW: See where RI's candidates for governor stand on immigration -- More than 160,000 RIers were born in another country, and nearly 1 in 3 RI kids live in an immigrant family. We asked the candidates for how they'd address their needs: canva.link/0rqn0z0kglcr...

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

RI's child uninsured rate nearly doubled since 2019, and families are struggling to find pediatricians. We asked the candidates for Governor what they'd do about it. See where Block, Foulkes, Gotra & Guckian stand: canva.link/ga1za9q2idzq... #RIGov2026

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

RI is "middle of the pack" on education compared to MA. We asked the candidates for Governor what they'd do about it, from K-12 outcomes to after-school access. See where Block, Foulkes, Gotra + Guckian stand: canva.link/skzcza7j0gd5... #RI #edchatRI @barrfoundation.org

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

RI had the largest decline in children's economic well-being of any state (2019-2025). We asked the candidates for Governor what they'd do about it. See where Block, Foulkes, Gotra & Guckian stand on poverty, housing, food access & child care: canva.link/a14ipb77hmez... #RIGov2026

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

🗳️ NEW: RI Governor Candidate Survey Responses are here! 📊We asked 2026 RI governor candidates where they stand on issues affecting RI's kids & families. Read their full unedited answers at rikidscount.org !

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

67% of RI households on SNAP had incomes below the federal poverty line ($27,320/yr for a family of 3) in Oct. 2025. The average benefit? $766/month. SNAP is a lifeline, not a luxury. Call (202) 224-3121 + tell Congress to protect it. 📊 rikidscount.org/wp-content/u...

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

🗳️ New series: RI Governor Candidate Meet + Greets! Watch our Executive Director Paige Parks talk kids' issues with candidates who took us up on our offer: ✅ Ken Block ✅ Helena Foulkes ✅ Jay Gotra ✅ Aaron Guckian Watch now: rikidscount.org/events #RIPolitics #Vote2026

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Because of supporters like you, RI kids had an incredible legislative session: 200+ testimonies; 4 major coalitions led; 22,500+ site visits; 50+ media mentions. The work isn't done — help us keep winning for kids. 💙 secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/...

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

** please note! we invited ALL candidates that got 1,000 signatures + qualified for the ballot to participate, but not all responded. ** 🗣️AARON GUCKIAN + HELENA FOULKES today at 3pm + 4pm! 🗳️Join us for virtual 30-min meet & greets w/Paige Parks! rikidscount.org/events

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

🗣️KEN BLOCK and JAY GOTRA today at 1pm and 2pm! 🗳️ Meet the RI Gov candidates: virtual 30-min meet & greets w/Paige Parks! Register: rikidscount.org/events Full lineup: 🔹 Ken Block: Aug 11, 1-1:30pm 🔹 Jay Gotra: Aug 11, 2-2:30pm 🔹 Aaron Guckian: Aug 13, 3-3:30pm 🔹 Helena Foulkes: Aug 13, 4-4:30pm

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

🗣️ First 2 are TOMORROW! 🗳️ Meet the RI Gov candidates! Join us for virtual 30-min meet & greets w/Paige Parks 🔹 Ken Block: Aug 11, 1-1:30pm 🔹 Jay Gotra: Aug 11, 2-2:30pm 🔹 Aaron Guckian: Aug 13, 3-3:30pm 🔹 Helena Foulkes: Aug 13, 4-4:30pm Register: rikidscount.org/events

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

🗳️ Meet the RI Governor candidates! Join us for virtual 30-min meet & greets w/ Paige Parks: 🔹 Ken Block: Aug 11, 1-1:30pm 🔹 Jay Gotra: Aug 11, 2-2:30pm 🔹 Aaron Guckian: Aug 13, 3-3:30pm 🔹 Helena Foulkes: Aug 13, 4-4:30pm Register: rikidscount.org/events

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Our 2026 Legislative Wrap-Up is here! rikidscount.org/wp-content/u... We hope this is a helpful resource as you continue your work on behalf of Rhode Island's children and families.

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Congratulations to our Board Member, Jim Vincent, for his award by the PULSE Institute! Jim received the Guardian of Democracy and Economic Justice Award at their 2026 Civil Rights Leadership Dinner.

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Thank you Shri Yoga for showing our team your beautiful space this morning and teaching us about your mission! ✨ we are so inspired by your work in the community ♥️

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

We stand with our Haitian neighbors. Press conference tomorrow at 10:30am at the RI State House to show support for and protect our Haitian community members:

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Celebrating the inclusion of Rhode Island’s first permanent refundable Child Tax Credit in the budget!! @epi-ri.bsky.social @riccf-org.bsky.social @rihouseofreps.bsky.social @risenate.bsky.social

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

What do the data tell us about how children + families are faring in RI? The 2026 KIDS COUNT® Data Book uses trusted data to show where kids are making progress —and where challenges persist—across 4 domains. Visit bit.ly/26DataBook-BS to explore the latest data from @annieecaseyfdn.bsky.social

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

We are so excited to share an awesome new resource for you— community profiles! We publish RI city + town level data in the Factbook. To support community-level work, we also compile info on 5yr trends for key indicators in an easy-to-read format: rikidscount.org/community-pr...

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

We were delighted to see that the FY 2027 budget passed by the House Finance Committee includes many items that will support children and families. We need to ensure that these important investments remain in the final budget! Quick ways to take action: myemail.constantcontact.com/Budget-inclu...

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Our Executive Director attended Sojourner House's 50th Anniversary Breakfast last week. Thank you for your 50 years of supporting survivors, promoting health relationships, and advocating for change ♥️

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Thank you so much Central Falls for a wonderful Data in Your Backyard event! Thank you BankNewport and UnitedHealthcare for partnering with us to make this possible ✨

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

We’re in Central Falls this afternoon at their BEAUTIFUL new high school! We’re here for the Central Falls Data in Your Backyard event. Here’s the data presentation: rikidscount.org/wp-content/u...

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

So proud that our Senior Advocacy and Community Engagement Manager Jessica Vega, MA is speaking at this event today!

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Today was our wonderful intern Isabella’s last day with us! 🥹♥️ Isabella is a junior at The Met and has been with us all academic year, learning and contributing consistently ♥️ we are so thankful for her teamwork and for choosing us as one of her sites!

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

'Americas handprint' — a poem by Woonsocket resident + Dean College student Jamie Brannon* — is hitting especially hard today. #IslamicCenter #SanDiego * from this year's Factbook

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

We'll never stop working toward the day when all children are free from gun violence. We'll never stop grieving the innocence lost to gun violence. #IslamicCenter #SanDiego

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Hard copies of the 2026 Rhode Island KIDS COUNT Factbook are available! Order a hard copy of the #RIFactbook by completing the online order form: form.jotform.com/260605605784...

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Paige sat with East Providence Mayor Bob DaSilva to talk data, Factbook, & kids! Thank you for the warm welcome and great conversation.

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

We were glad to present with the RI Afterschool Network at the RI STEAM Expo & discussed how data is everywhere and can be used by anyone!

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

So honored to have our ED @paigeparks.bsky.social give the keynote at the The Financial Literacy Youth Initiative Gala! Paige was the keynote speaker + discussed why culturally relevant financial literacy programs are key to overcoming longstanding disparities in economic well-being for children.

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

We are so honored to receive the Junior Achievement of RI Morris J.W. Gaebe Profiles in Excellence Award 🥹♥️ thank you Junior Achievement of Rhode Island so much!

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Join us a week from tomorrow! Register here: bit.ly/42v0qUU

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Rhode Island KIDS COUNT @rikidscount.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

What could be sweeter than these little learners proudly singing If You’re Happy and You Know It?! Thank you @childrensfriend.bsky.social for sharing some of your wonderful students—and educators❣️ these kids participated in Strolling Thunder, which calls for better investments in early childhood.

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