DC Action

Ensuring kids grow up safe, resilient, powerful, heard. Home to #DCKIDSCOUNT @DCOSTCoalition @Under3DC, and the Youth Economic Justice Coalition

[Fair Budget Coalition DC @FairBudgetDC]

Long overdue that DC taxes its highly concentrated wealth with a 3% Wealth Proceeds Tax.

No more "We don't have the resources to fund our safety net" "We can't help communities make ends meet in hard times" "Slash essential programs"

Let your Councilmember know you support this

[DC Action @WeAreDCAction]

Reporting from @CityCast_DC shares that #WashingtonDC families are concerned about budget cuts impacting youth mental health supports (https://t.co/2XPaa0d7yY). Want to learn more? Our 5-part series "Youth Mental Health in DC: Access, Barriers, and What Comes Next" examines how coordination + investment can ensure young people get consistent care. https://t.co/b5YwzwVOPB

[CM Allen's Team @CMCharlesAllen]

Yesterday, @charlesallen joined a rally in support of restoring funds for the Pay Equity Fund, childcare subsidies, Paid Family Leave & health care. These are economic investments that strengthen working families & build a DC where everyone can thrive: https://t.co/EHLrsQDPi0
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[DC Action @WeAreDCAction]

In Part 2 of our series, we explore why mental health care in #WashingtonDC remains out of reach for many young people—even when it's available.

Young people told us it's not just finding care. It's knowing where to go, how to access it, and staying connected.

In our survey,
📊 39% didn't know where to seek help
📊 65% wanted support but didn't receive it

Across our 5-part series, “Youth Mental Health in DC: Access, Barriers, and What Comes Next,” we’re examining what needs to change so young people can access care more easily and consistently.

➡️ Link in bio under publications!

[Under 3 DC @Under3DC]

This is a group of families, educators, providers & workers-- the backbone of #WashingtonDC’s economy. They deserve:

1. Affordable Child Care & fair wages for early educators
2. Paid Family & Medical Leave
3. Healthcare Access

@councilofdc, do the right thing and pass a budget that protects communities across the District.

[Alex Koma @AlexKomaDC]

Spoke with @charlesallen some after this: Seems there's not much appetite for Frumin's 3% across-the-board tax hike, but more for new taxes on investment income/second homes. Combined, that's $150M in new annual revenue.

Also sounds like the CFO is on board with Mendo's plans:

[Under 3 DC @Under3DC]

Thank you @CMCharlesAllen & @BrianneKNadeau for speaking at our rally and supporting our fight to protect #WashingtonDC's care economy!

[Under 3 DC @Under3DC]

RIGHT NOW: We are joining @WeAreDCAction, @dc_jwj, @spacesinaction @Under3DC, @DCPaidLeave & Keep DC Healthy coalition at the Wilson Building speak up for child care, paid leave & healthcare! TUNE IN to our livestream —-> https://t.co/fuA1KiqZiu

[Alex Koma @AlexKomaDC]

.@WeAreDCAction is having a big lobby day at the Wilson Building today arguing for the reversal of planned cuts to childcare/healthcare programs. @BrianneKNadeau is speaking in support of new 2% surcharge on passive income to do so.

[Under 3 DC @Under3DC]

DC’s care economy is under threat — and we’re showing up tomorrow, Wed, May 20 @ 9:30 am at the Wilson Building to tell the DC Council to keep our community working, healthy, and strong with this year’s budget!
RSVP: https://t.co/9o9cb5SOYu

[DC Action @WeAreDCAction]

91% of #WashingtonDC parents are satisfied with summer programming, meaning when families can access it, #AfterschoolWorks. Affordability & transportation remain major barriers, which is why we need to expand OST for all. Read our blog and see @Afterschool4All's new survey results: https://t.co/IfYAkGoUkY

[DC Action @WeAreDCAction]

We are honored and deeply grateful to @dcjackandjill for their generous donation in support of DC Action’s mission. 💙

For generations, Jack and Jill has been rooted in a timeless belief: investing in children, families, and community creates lasting change. We are proud to partner with an organization so deeply committed to equity, service, and uplifting Black families across #WashingtonDC. Thank you for standing with us as we work to ensure every child and youth has the opportunity to thrive. 🤗

[All in for DC: A Just Recovery Campaign @JustRecoveryDC]

Hi from the Wilson building 👋🏼

Today we gathered with friends and partners to remind the DC council that housing is a human right, and they need to fund it! We need to invest in our communities, and make sure that the #FY27 budget allocates the funds we need for housing services

[DC Action @WeAreDCAction]

Listen to @Rachel_F_White, our Deputy Director of Youth Advocacy, deliver powerful remarks: “We demand that our leaders treat youth homelessness like the crisis—and prevention opportunity—that it is. Because every young person deserves more than survival. They deserve stability. They deserve dignity. They deserve a future.”

[DC Action @WeAreDCAction]

The @councilofdc needs to invest in our communities & fund housing. Our families can’t wait. 🗣️Housing is a human right!

[DCFPI @DCFPI]

Housing saves lives!

Join us on Tuesday, May 12th, at 10 am, in front of the Wilson Building for a rally, followed by council visits, to urge the council to fund housing and services for our neighbors experiencing homelessness.

Register here: https://t.co/dFFMeyDBCF

[DC Action @WeAreDCAction]

Can’t make it? Watch the livestream: https://t.co/4pgUopE3cb

[DCFPI @DCFPI]

Don’t miss this! DC Ward 1 & At-Large Candidate Forum on May 6th.
Join our friends at @WeAreDCAction THIS WEEK for a candidate forum focused on youth issues.

Registration and additional info: https://t.co/bfodPoRSS4

[Under 3 DC @Under3DC]

Today, we urged the DC Council to protect child care, paid family & medical leave, and the HealthySteps (which pediatricians rely on to care for their kids)!

We even delivered candy microphones to every Council office with one message: speak up for DC families, educators, and workers in these hearings. 🎤🍬

[Under 3 DC @Under3DC]

Thank you @tweetelissa for joining @Under3DC at The Hill Preschool during Teacher Appreciation Week! We spent time with early educators and heard firsthand about the challenges and rewards of working in early childhood education.

DC’s teachers and caregivers deserve support, respect, and investment. 💛 #TeacherAppreciationWeek

[Under 3 DC @Under3DC]

Thank you @goodweather4dc for joining early educators at @BrightBeginDC today during Teacher Appreciation Week to learn about the role early education plays and to hear from families with little ones in child care. #Ward8

[DCFPI @DCFPI]

Don’t miss this! DC Ward 1 & At-Large Candidate Forum on May 6th.
Join our friends at @WeAreDCAction THIS WEEK for a candidate forum focused on youth issues.

Registration and additional info: https://t.co/bfodPoRSS4