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A community of low-income families, service providers, and other community leaders working to expand economic opportunity for all through the power of their personal stories

Our American Story is a joint project of Half in ten and the Coalition on Human Needs

Why Stories Matter

Stories bring public policy to life. They show how policy impacts real families and communities around the country. Through storytelling, we remind our leaders that poverty doesn’t have one face or take just one form.

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The OAS Booklet

Our American Story: Personal Stories on the War on Poverty’s Legacy is a collection of thirty written stories from Americans who have benefited from programs with roots in the War on Poverty.

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Take Our Survey

We want to create an interactive and vibrant network of advocates who are not only comfortable sharing their stories but are willing and able to take action on the issues that effect them. We want and need your feedback!

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Featured Stories

Health , Income Assistance

Elyse’s Story about SSI, Medicaid, & the Affordable Care Act

by Posted on May 20, 2014

Elyse talks about the importance of Social Security Income…

Elyse
Scarsdale, New York

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Income Assistance

Rey’s Story About SSI

by Posted on May 20, 2014

Rey talks about his son, Zachary, who has a…

Rey
Phoenix, Arizona

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Food & Nutrition Assistance , Health , Income Assistance

Catherine’s Story About Medicaid, SNAP, & SSI

by Posted on May 20, 2014

Catherine talks about the huge role safety net programs…

Catherine
New York

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It's easy to be part of Our American Story. Here's what you need to do:

Join the Storytellers Network Stay up to date on ways to take action through Our American Story, how stories are having an impact, and resources to use stories in your community.Join the Network

Submit your written or video story Contributors to Our American Story speak personally about how they or people they know have been helped by child care, nutrition assistance, job training, early learning programs, affordable housing, health coverage, low-income tax credits, and other vital services.Submit Your Story

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