A recent study from Emory University highlights significant concerns among Georgia parents regarding their children’s safety and well-being. Notably, education quality and social media usage top the list of worries, as over 60% of parents believe schools today are less safe than they were a decade ago. Gun violence emerges as a top issue for Black and Hispanic parents, reflecting a growing fear that parallels incidents like the recent shooting at Apalachee High School.
The survey, which involved nearly 1,000 parents, also revealed alarming trends in food insecurity, with more than 36% of Georgia children affected—surpassing the national average. Additionally, an overwhelming 90% of parents support providing free meals to all public school students, illustrating a strong desire for policy changes that can better safeguard children’s futures in the state. Emory’s findings call for immediate action from policymakers and community leaders to address these pressing concerns.
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