New Report Finds Many Families with Children Are Depressed, Uninsured, Hungry and at Risk of Foreclosure or Eviction Families require an immediate policy response to meet the needs of children during the COVID-19 pandemic, which — according to a new policy report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation — has left millions struggling with finances, school, work and mental health. Read More
How Colleges Can Promote Equity to Support Low-Income Students Earning an advanced degree opens doors for low-income working students, connecting them to family-supporting wages and greater financial stability. Read a new report that explores the role of colleges in supporting these students and their success. Read More
New KIDS COUNT Policy Report on Kids, Families and COVID-19 How have households with kids fared during the pandemic? Check in on these families and read expert advice on how leaders can support them. Read More
Los Angeles and New Jersey Steer Youth Away from Justice System New policies enacted in Los Angeles County and the state of New Jersey reflect the growing momentum for a dramatic shift in our nation’s juvenile justice systems. The goal is to allow schools and communities — not the courts — to address most instances of youth misconduct. Read More
Lifting Georgia’s Criminally Accused Out of Poverty For more than 30 years, Georgia Justice Project has been one of the state’s most influential voices on behalf of people accused of a crime and their families. In recent years, the organization has expanded its capabilities by partnering with the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s Children and Family Fellowship program. Read More
Register: Webinar Explores Evaluation Insights Into Programs Serving Parents and Children Together What are common lessons researchers have learned from evaluating two-generation programs across the country? On Jan.13, 2021, the Casey Foundation will hold a webinar and panel discussion to explore the insights gained from evaluations of integrated approaches for parents and children. Read More
What Is Juvenile Justice? Are you wondering what is juvenile justice? Learn about the juvenile justice system and its process, issues with the system, and why it’s so important here. Read More
What Is a Social Enterprise? Social enterprises are mission-driven businesses that generate income for a variety of causes, including health, economic and environmental issues. As an example, the Casey Foundation supports social enterprises aimed at helping individuals enter or return to the workforce. Read More
Strengthening Math and Reading Skills in Disconnected Youth Boosting a young person’s math and literacy scores — particularly when a youth is disconnected from school and work — can help improve their job readiness and lifelong earnings. A new report shares lessons and insights on supporting this important work. Read More
A Young Voice for Youth During the COVID-19 Pandemic As an advocate for foster youth, Kayla Powell has leveraged her own experience in the foster care system to help improve after-care services for those transitioning from care to adulthood. Read More
