Atlanta Youth Seek to Survey Peers About Economic Opportunities and Obstacles Five young leaders in Southwest Atlanta launched a study to explore peers’ education, career goals and the barriers they face. Learn more. Read More
Infographic Highlights Trends in Youth Incarceration Over Three Decades A new infographic from the Casey Foundation leverages new federal data to present key trends in youth incarceration over the last three decades. Read More
Building Evidence Through Trusting Relationships Among Latino and Black Youth and Adults in Washington, D.C. To build evidence of what works to help youth succeed, the Casey Foundation supports an evaluation of an intensive mentoring and case management program. Read More
Youth Detention Use Reaches Highest Level in 19 Months Juvenile detention peaked at a 19-month high on October 1, 2021, yet remains 22% lower than pre-pandemic levels (Mar. 1, 2020). Learn more. Read More
Healing Circles Help New Jersey Youth in Custody New Jersey’s Juvenile Justice Commission has a new strategy — healing circles — to break the cycle of recidivism and violence for young people. Read more. Read More
Census 2020 Undercount The 2020 U.S. Census likely undercounted children, and people of color — due to challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and a fraught political climate. Read More
The Importance of Youth Advocacy Watch a recent panel discussion — featuring LEAP fellows and leaders — on the importance of engaging youth in shaping policies that affect them. Read More
Supporting Youth Leadership and Evidence2Success in Memphis The Evidence2Success partnership in Memphis is engaging local youth to shape policies and programs meant to improve their community. Read More
Leaders Call a National State of Emergency in Children's Mental Health The mental health crisis among kids and youth is real and worsening. Review the data driving leaders to sound the alarm on this issue. Read More
David Brooks on Being Seen, Social Trust and Building Relationships Lisa Hamilton chats with David Brooks, a journalist and social sciences scholar leading an inspiring charge to build stronger communities and social trust. Read More
