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A Clear Vision for the Future of Kansas
From Grassroots Action to Impact Litigation…
Grassroots Power
We collaborate with Kansans from every corner of the state to address challenges that impact our communities.
Research and Analysis
We conduct research and analysis to help us better understand complex issues. This knowledge motivates us to advocate for positive policy changes in the Kansas Statehouse.
Impact Litigation
Our impact litigation is designed to create a lasting impact on policy and society, helping to shape the future for generations to come.
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Kansas Appleseed Update: Legislative Wins & Ongoing Advocacy
Over the last few weeks, we have celebrated many great moments at Kansas Appleseed. We’ve seen several bills signed into law by Governor Kelly and we celebrated the settlement of our Progeny v. City of Wichita lawsuit over the Wichita Police Department’s use of a gang database. Whether it is in the Statehouse or in … Continued
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The Kids are Alright, but the State’s Investment in Them Needs to be Greater
The kids are alright, but state investment in them needs to be greater. Failure to invest in the systems that support at-risk youth in the state is a policy decision to not invest in the future of all Kansas children. The 2016 youth justice reforms have not been allowed to fulfill their promise to Kansas … Continued
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The Real Impact of Youth Shackling
Being a teenager is mortifying. Your brain and body are still developing, and everything happening to you impacts that development, especially the moments you’d rather forget. So, the question is, why does Kansas continue to allow a legal practice that research has proven demeans, humiliates, and stigmatizes Kansas children? The practice in question is youth … Continued
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