The Policy and Advocacy Team at Empower Missouri plays a crucial role in analyzing and shaping state policies to address systemic issues related to poverty, homelessness, food insecurity, and mass incarceration. By conducting research on innovative policy solutions and fostering coalitions with stakeholders, the team advocates for legislative changes that enhance access to essential services and promote social justice. Their efforts aim to amplify the voices of those directly affected by these issues, driving meaningful policy shifts that improve the lives of all Missourians.