The Coalition on Human Needs: an alliance of national organizations working together to promote public policies which address the needs of low-income and other vulnerable people.
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Opportunities to Oppose the Proposed Census Rule
October 28, 2026
The proposed census rule on residence and demographic questions, released September 10, would be devastating for human needs, for our democracy, and for our economy.
As AI Moves Into Therapy, Social Workers are Racing to Set Limits
October 27, 2026
Blog post by the National Association of Social Workers, a member of CHN
For many people, mental health care is out of reach. Cost, long wait times and a shortage of available providers are a few reasons why. Some have turned to AI instead.
Race and Ethnicity are Essential Health Data
October 23, 2026
Blog post by the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, a member of CHN
The annual ACS can provide an idea of a community’s residents. It cannot replace the complete census count because it’s a sample of residents that is used to estimate the larger population, and it’s calibrated to the census.
Portions and Prejudice: How Unequal Access and HR 1 Cuts Fracture Food Aid
October 22, 2026
Blog post from the Southern Poverty Law Center, a member of CHN
SNAP is a critical lifeline to stable food access for millions of people and families across the country. Policymakers should be focused on helping people access food amid the soaring costs of the basics.
