Podcast Archive

San Francisco Probation Takes New Approach to Technical Violations

San Francisco’s Juvenile Probation Department is using a new program in which youths facing detention for probation violation charges instead attend sessions designed to deepen their understanding of the rules and conditions governing court-ordered probation and the value of making good decisions.

Young Adults, College Paths and Race: What the Data Say

The rate of young adults attending or completing college — 49% in 2016 — is on the rise. Despite this statistic trending in the right direction, deep racial and ethnic disparities persist along the pathway to a college degree.

Crystal Collier Appointed Deputy Commissioner of DYS in Massachusetts

Crystal Collier was named deputy commissioner of the Department of Youth Services in Massachusetts. This is a promotion from her former postion of Chief of Staff.

Webinar: Funding Two-Generation Strategies to Help Families Succeed

Join the Casey Foundation on March 14 for the first in a series of webinars exploring what it takes to implement two-generation approaches. This session will focus on the various funding strategies organizations are using to address parent and child needs at the same time.

Juan Sanchez Receives Award for Leadership of Southwest Key

Juan Sanchez recieved an award for best nonprofit leader during the Austin Business Journal's Best CEO awards. Juan Sanchez is the founder and CEO of the Texas-based youth-serving organization Southwest Key, a Casey partner.

Jim Casey Youth Co-Investors

The Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiative's work to help young people make successful transitions from foster care to adulthood is supported by a network of co-investors.

Indiana Report Identifies Educational Barriers for Young People in Foster Care

Indiana recently released a report on educational outcomes for young people in foster care that advocates say should help leaders better allocate resources to ensure youth graduate from high school and prepare for careers.

Federal Funding for Truly 21st Century Technology

Indiana receives federal waiver for MaGIK technology platform, setting the precedent for federal support of cloud-based and COTS technology.

Atlanta Civic Site: The Importance of Partners

Our work in the Atlanta Civic Site relies on a number of partners to promote academic success for kids and economic opportunities for parents and to transform neighborhoods. Learn more about the many organizations and agencies that help children, families and communities thrive.