New Report Shows How Public Agencies Can Transform Foster Parenting A new Casey Foundation report explores how public agencies can enlist more individuals and families to become foster parents — and encourage those who now serve to continue their extraordinary commitment. Read More
A Texas Community Builds a Better Juvenile Justice Option In Texas, justice officials and the local community have created a new way to practice public safety and juvenile justice. Read about their efforts. Read More
New Research Explores Intersection of Community Safety and Health A special edition of Health Affairs — the nation’s leading health-policy journal — shines a light on issues at the intersection of community safety and health, with articles that underscore the need for community-based strategies that curb violent crime. Read More
Help Teens Find Family: Videos for Caseworkers In Every Kid Needs a Family: A Message to Caseworkers, young people who spent time in foster care make a compelling argument that caseworkers need to persist in connecting teens with family — because every teen needs a family. A new discussion guide helps caseworkers incorporate the video into their work. Read More
The Percentage of Adults Earning a Bachelor’s Degree is on the Rise Higher educational attainment — earning a bachelor’s degree or above — is becoming more commonplace among Americans between the ages of 25 and 34, according to new data on the KIDS COUNT Data Center. Read More
Resources to Help Partnerships Expand Youth Apprenticeship Programs New America recently compiled insights and guidance on creating strong partnerships at the regional, state and local levels to expand quality youth apprenticeship programs. Learn more about these resources. Read More
Strengthening Baltimore’s Workforce System Concentrated poverty, persistent racial segregation and discriminatory hiring, housing and education practices have contributed to higher unemployment rates in Baltimore City compared to the rest of Maryland — especially among African Americans. Learn more about efforts to strengthen the city's workforce development efforts. Read More
Incorporating Equity Into Rapid-Cycle Learning A new guide advises practitioners who utilize rapid-cycle learning on how to incorporate equity into each step. Read more. Read More
Financial Coaching: Helping Families Realize Their Goals and Achieve Stability For nearly a decade, the Foundation has invested specifically in the field of financial coaching because financial education and counseling are not enough to help families achieve stability. Find out more about this promosing strategy to supporting families in managing their financial lives. Read More
Evaluation Shows Promise in Meeting Latino Mental Health Needs in Maryland A new program enlists community support to meet the mental health needs of Latino immigrant youth and families. Initial results are promising. Read More