event Poverty and Inequality in California May 23, 2016 About the ProgramCalifornia's economy is in far better shape than it was just a few years ago. But economic progress has not been shared by all. The widening gap between rich and poor—as well as high poverty rates for some of the state's most vulnerable populations—has caught the attention of the public, political campaigns, and policymakers. A panel of local leaders will discuss how their communities are faring and what's being done to address the dual challenges of poverty and inequality.
blog post Nearly Half of the Working Poor Are Working Full Time and Year Round By Caroline Danielson, Sarah Bohn Jul 25, 2018 Many poor Californians are employed full time—the number of hours worked does matter, but poverty is also driven by factors such as the cost of living and the level of access to safety net resources.
press release Many Families Rise Above Poverty Line After Leaving Welfare, But Conditions for Others Are Bleak Sep 11, 2003
blog post Is California the Poorest State? By Caroline Danielson, Sarah Bohn Sep 29, 2014 One poverty measure ranked California as the poorest state in the U.S. But according to the latest official estimates, 16 states had higher poverty rates. How do we make sense of this?
event Poverty and Opportunity in California Oct 15, 2019 Despite strong economic growth, California continues to experience high rates of poverty. Backed by strong fiscal reserves, state policymakers have taken several steps to assist struggling families, but the goal of reducing poverty remains elusive. In this conversation, PPIC will share the latest data from the California Poverty Measure, and a panel of experts will discuss the implications for decision makers, stakeholders, and families across the state—and what more needs to be done.
event The California Poverty Measure: A New Look at the Social Safety Net Oct 1, 2013 About the Program How many Californians are poor, and how effectively does the social safety net address need? Research fellow Caroline Danielson introduces a new measure that reassesses the depth and breadth of economic hardship and highlights the impact of programs that alleviate poverty in California. This research is supported with funding from The Walter S. Johnson Foundation. SPEAKER Caroline Danielson, research fellow, PPIC
Occasional Paper, Report Welfare and Poverty Trends in California Apr 12, 2002 Prepared for a briefing on welfare reauthorization on Capitol Hill, Washington D.C., April 12, 2002.
