Supporting Young People in Research-Practice Partnerships The National Network of Education Research-Practice Partnerships is demonstrating the value young people can add by supporting projects that integrate young people into research-practice partnerships. 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
An Instagram Live Conversation: Keeping Kids in Families An Instagram Live conversation explores the need for solutions that reduce reliance on group placements and shorten young people’s time in care. Read More
How LEAP Youth Fellows Gave Back to Their Communities The 2023 LEAP Youth Fellows developed leadership skills while supporting their communities. Learn more about their projects. Read More
CWLA Presents Experts, Ideas and Data Gaps on LGBTQ Youth in Foster Care The Casey Foundation recently contributed to a special issue of the Child Welfare League of America's Child Welfare Journal focused on young people in foster care who are gay or lesbian. 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
New Report Highlights Work to Expand Opportunities for Communities of Color in Atlanta Changing the Odds: Progress and Promise in Atlanta highlights innovative policies and approaches community leaders are using to ensure all residents can access the opportunities necessary for them to fully contribute to, and benefit from, the city’s growing economy. Read More
Tackling Youth Homelessness With Peer Navigators in Cleveland Kate Lodge is the executive director and vice president of strategic initiatives at A Place 4 Me. In this post, Lodge describes how Cleveland had adopted innovative practices, such as the hiring of peer navigators, to tackle youth homelessness. Read More
2022–2024 Fellows Apply New Skills to Lead in Complex Times The latest class of Casey's Children and Family Fellowship are leveraging new skills to advance system reforms and community change. Learn about their work. Read More
Tool Kit Offers Strategies for Preserving Affordable Housing The Tipping the Scale Toolkit from Enterprise Community Partners shows nonprofits, funders and developers to preserve the country’s supply of these affordable units. Read More
