Since TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) was created in the 1996 welfare reform law, NETWORK has conducted periodic surveys to evaluate its effectiveness. TANF Tested: Lives of People in Poverty, our new report, reveals how people in poverty -- who are too often ignored -- are struggling in this time of economic hardship and high unemployment.
We are looking for nominees with diverse backgrounds and skills who are committed to social justice.
NETWORK, A National Catholic Social Justice Lobby in Washington, DC, seeks an Annual Giving Coordinator. Serving a faith-based mission to realize economic and social justice through our nation’s policies, this member-driven organization began in 1971. Our development efforts are closely tied to our mission to educate and politically mobilize our members and offer development staff an opportunity for highly integrated work with our lobbyists, field organizers and communications outreach.
NETWORK, A National Catholic Social Justice Lobby, today strongly reaffirmed our support for the building of the Manhattan mosque and community center that have drawn opposition due to their location two blocks from the site of the 9/11 attacks. We also strongly denounce the religious intolerance and political opportunism of many who oppose their construction.
As the U.S. moves forward with military withdrawal from Iraq, it is critical to take a look at the status of development spending.