The Rise and Role of Solutions Journalism in Addressing Social Problems Casey’s Lisa Hamilton recently spoke to David Bornstein about the rise of solutions journalism, how it can help hold institutions accountable and how it can enhance the work of media outlets across the country. Read More
Supporting Young Parents Through the American Rescue Plan A fact sheet from the American Public Human Services Association highlights key provisions in the American Rescue Plan for young parents and their kids. Read More
Meet the First Chief Equity and Social Justice Officer for Atlanta Public Schools Atlanta Public Schools hired Tauheedah Baker-Jones as its first chief equity and social justice officer to address historic disparities in the district. Read More
2020 Census: Federal Funding — and Support for Kids — Tied to Census Count The 2020 census is at risk of shortchanging the nation’s official population count by more than 2 million kids younger than age 5, according to experts. It’s an error that could spur serious budgetary shortfalls that carry long-term consequences for children and families. Read More
Turning JDAI’s Focus to the Deep End of the Juvenile Justice System The first six sites in JDAI’s new effort to reduce out-of-home placements at the dispositional end of the juvenile justice system share their preliminary findings. Read More
New Resources to Expand Quality Apprenticeship Programs The Casey Foundation funds a range of resources that help expand apprenticeship programs — so that more youth can gain experiences and connections. Read More
Thrive by 25: Young People and Elected Leaders Talk About Working Together Three lieutenant governors heard from youth before announcing the Casey Foundation will invest half its funds over the next decade in youth well-being. Read More
Documentary Inspires Empathy for Families in Recovery In a new documentary, a parent advocate shares her story of healing from substance abuse and family separation. Read More
Jeff Edmondson on Getting Communities to Work Together to Get Results For the last 12 years, communities have called StriveTogether’s founder, Jeff Edmondson, to learn how they could improve their partnerships to better serve kids. This episode of CaseyCast explores what lessons Edmondson has learned along the way. Read More
Count All Kids: What's at Stake if 2020 Census Misses Children in Your Community Watch this new Casey Foundation video if you care about kids or serve your community — as a nurse, parent, educator or neighbor. Read More
