Probably to the surprise of few, Alabama, as one of the poorest states, is home to large numbers of disadvantaged children. Our state ranks 11th worst overall in child welfare according to a study released by the personal-finance website WalletHub.
While Alabama has improved in recent years, the state still ranks high in poverty rates and low-income levels compared to other states. In Alabama, approximately 1 in 5 children lives in poverty. Those factors contribute to putting so many children at risk.
“The latest data on child well-being in Alabama is a compelling call to action – a clear reminder that we must continue to invest in the policies and programs that uplift all our families and build a stronger future for every child,” said April Hartsfield, Alabama Kids Count director of VOICES for Alabama’s Children, a nonprofit child advocacy organization, in a press release…