Statistics Snapshot: Generation Z and Education This post explores statistics at the intersection of education and Generation Z. Discover what the data say about this generation. Read More
Factors Influencing Housing Decisions Among Low-Income Families How do families with children — and low-income families, in particular — end up living where they do? Sociologists Stefanie DeLuca of Johns Hopkins University and Christine Jang-Trettien of Princeton University set out to answer this very question. Read More
Report: Youth Incarceration Is Largely Unnecessary Youth justice systems have been able to limit the spread of COVID-19, in part, by reducing the number of youths in confinement. Read a new report that links this approach with the broader movement for youth decarceration. Read More
Journal Spotlights Casey’s Vision for Transforming Juvenile Probation The journal of the American Probation and Parole Association has dedicated an issue exclusively to the subject of juvenile probation. Read to learn about the five articles produced in collaboration with the Annie E. Casey Foundation. Read More
What Is Diversion in Juvenile Justice? Diversion holds youth accountable without resorting to legal sanctions, court oversight or the threat of confinement. Learn more about juvenile diversion programs here. Read More
Webinar: What It Takes to Develop Evidence That Furthers Racial Equity The Annie E. Casey Foundation will host a webinar on November 19, 2020, that will examine how programs can develop evidence of their effectiveness in advancing racial equity. Learn more about the webinar. Read More
Casey Selects 16 Organizations to Train Juvenile Justice Staff on the Frontlines The Annie E. Casey Foundation has selected 16 state and local juvenile justice agencies and related organizations to conduct professional development based on the Reimagining Juvenile Justice curriculum, which aims to help frontline staff better support, divert and redirect youth to appropriate and fair justice options. Read More
Urban Alliance: Connecting Youth of Color With Internship Opportunities By placing low-income high school seniors of color in paid internships, Urban Alliance provides a path for teens to attain quality jobs in the future. Urban Alliance has successfully transitioned its High School Internship Program to a virtual format during the pandemic. Read More
Enhancing Conversations Between Employers and Workforce Professionals A new report funded by the Annie E. Casey Foundation captures the kinds of conversations that workforce development professionals have with employers to learn about the types of job and training opportunities available to young people. Read More
Report: The Pitfalls of Group Placements and Value of Prevention and Family Care A new report calls on child welfare systems to stop placing kids in group settings. It also shares evidence-based policy recommendations that promote family-based alternatives. Read More
