Sustainable and Nurturing Communities Despite a booming economy and record-low unemployment, the number of children in poverty is increasing in all RI cities and towns. It has been noted that Rhode Islanders have limited access to social programs for youth and families, and links between service providers and families are weak.
Sustainable communities live within their natural environments.
They require physical planning to integrate industrial and recreational activities with residences and natural surroundings. They also require social planning, with special attention for young people who may be at risk due to stresses from within the community such as poverty, crime, broken families, early pregnancies and others. Professional staff development training programs for agency staff and child care providers. Parenting and family life education. Children, youth, and families at risk.