Connecticut’s African American families are facing a health, education and employment crisis that’s far worse than the rest of the population

In Connecticut, African American children are seven times more likely to live in poverty than white, non-Hispanic children, and these stark poverty rates are only intensified during times of economic upheaval.

The current State’s overall unemployment rate is above 7%, yet for African Americans it is well over 12%. – and in education Connecticut trails every other state in attempts to bridge the educational achievement gap.

Mortality rates for African American women are higher than any other racial or ethnic group for nearly every major cause of death, including breast cancer.

Today Where We Live – we’ll preview a daylong panel discussion about the State of Black Connecticut. We’ll be joined by civic leaders – and you can join the conversation.