Shifts in Work and Family Life for Low-Income Parents

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit in early 2020, the early 21st-century saw both long- and short-term changes in the structure and experiences of U.S. American families. While labor market conditions have shifted significantly, supports and resources available to families have not always kept pace with needs and demand. This has created particularly challenging circumstances for lower-income households with children, and has highlighted the need for policy innovation.