Single Low-Income Mothers: Definitions and Portrait Brief July 2024

Economic mobility is not just about increasing wages it requires comprehensive policy solutions that address systemic barriers faced by low-income families, particularly single mothers. Key levels for economic mobility include:

• Workforce Development & Training - Ensuring access to skills training and career pathways that lead to higher wages and stable employment.
• Guaranteed Income & Cash Assistance - How direct cash transfers provide stability and reduce food insecurity.
• Childcare & Family Supports - The critical role of affordable, accessible childcare in helping parents participate in the workforce.
• Housing & Transportation - Addressing cost burdens that prevent economic advancement.