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Advancing Women’s Well-Being in California

attend the event Join us on September 4th in Sacramento for our official California Women’s Well-Being Index launch event! When women thrive, their families and communities prosper. However, despite decades of progress in job opportunities, earnings, and political leadership, women in California still face persistent barriers to accessing economic security, physical and mental health care, … Continued

Meet the Expert: Katherine Robles-Ayala

The Budget Center communications team chatted with Katherine Robles-Ayala (she/her), Development Director.  This Q&A series is your chance to get to know our team, their areas of expertise, and how their work at the Budget Center supports policy change in California. In this conversation, we’ll explore Katherine’s recent efforts to build connections across multiple groups … Continued

Meet the Expert: Scott Graves

The Budget Center communications team chatted with Scott Graves (he/him), Budget Director at the Budget Center, who leads the organization’s work on state and local budget processes and analyzes justice system policies.

Meet the Expert: Monica Davalos

The Budget Center communications team chatted with Monica Davalos (she/her), Senior Policy Analyst at the Budget Center, who conducts research on the intersection of homelessness, housing, and health.

What Happens After the May Revision is Released?

The California budget process moves quickly after the governor releases the “May Revision” in mid-May. This revised budget proposal opens a crucial window for public engagement, but the tight timeline can make advocating for your priorities challenging. Here’s a breakdown of the key stages:  The June package isn’t the end of the story. In August, … Continued

Meet the Expert: Kayla Kitson

The Budget Center communications team chatted with Kayla Kitson (she/her), Senior Policy Analyst at the Budget Center, who conducts research, authors publications, and provides technical assistance related to state tax and revenue policies.