======Center for Family Policy and Practice====== {{ :organizations:logo_center-for-family-policy-and-practice.png?nolink&1x1|}} //Working for social and economic justice for low-income parents and families// A national nonprofit policy organization focused on supporting low-income Black fathers and their families through research, advocacy, and policy change. ====Mission Statement==== To promote public policies that support the economic and social well-being of low-income parents, particularly never-married, noncustodial fathers and their families, with a focus on gender and racial equity. ====Vision Statement==== A society where economic and social justice are ensured for all families, especially those impacted by systemic racism and poverty. ---- ====History and Background==== Founded in 1995, the Center for Family Policy and Practice (CFFPP) began as a project focused on child support policy reform. It has since evolved into a national organization advocating for social and economic justice for low-income parents, particularly Black fathers, by addressing the intersection of race, gender, and poverty in policy. ---- ====Products and Services==== * Policy research and analysis * Advocacy for equitable family policies * Technical assistance to grassroots organizations * Development of policy briefs and publications * Consultation and training services ---- ====Impact and Success==== CFFPP has influenced national conversations and policy reforms on child support enforcement, fatherhood programs, and economic justice through its research, policy recommendations, and coalition-building efforts. ---- ====Team and Leadership==== ==Key Figures== * **Jacquelyn Boggess**: Co-founder and former Executive Director; led research and advocacy efforts centering gender and racial equity. * Board Members and Staff: Dedicated professionals and volunteers committed to organization's mission. ==Volunteers and Partnerships== * Collaborations with legal aid groups, advocacy coalitions, grassroots organizations, and academic institutions focused on family justice and economic equity. ---- ====Get Involved==== * Subscribe to the newsletter * Donate to support policy advocacy and research * Partner on research or community initiatives * Follow and share updates on social media ---- ====Contact CFFPP==== Address: 23 North Pinckney Street, Suite 304, Madison, WI 53703 Phone: (608) 257-3148 Email: cffpp@cffpp.org Official website: https://cffpp.org/