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Peer Influence on Sexual Behavior

December 14, 2002

Researchers are studying the bond between peers to better understand sexual behavior in black teens. This report reviews what we know — and all that we still don’t know — about...

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Outcomes: Reframing Responsibility for Well-Being

December 5, 2002

This report outlines how to use research outcomes and indicators to improve the well-being of children, families and communities.

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Youth who Age Out of Foster Care: Troubled Lives, Troubling Prospects

December 5, 2002

This brief identifies the "baggage" kids carry from foster care and the extended difficulties faced by those aging out of the system without any social support.

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Preliminary Research on Family Strengths

November 11, 2002

This report explores existing research and research gaps related to documenting family strengths. Read the report to learn why strong families matter.

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Using an Investment Approach to Grantmaking

November 2, 2002

This report explores the challenges, similarities and differences among local and national investors in workforce development initiatives.

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When and How to Use External Evaluators

November 1, 2002

This practice guide is a simple, straightforward resource for grantmaking program officers interested in using external consultants for program evaluations.

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Casey Connects: Fall 2002

September 24, 2002

This issue of Casey Connects highlights family strengthening partnerships and FAMILIES COUNT honorees for promoting the family strengthening message as a national priority.

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What Keeps Children In Foster Care From Succeeding in School

July 6, 2002

This study draws on interviews with foster children and adults to better understand how being in foster care affects a child’s education on a day-to-day basis.

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Creating Change

July 2, 2002

This report presents examples of workforce development strategies and reforms implemented as part of the Casey Foundation’s Jobs Initiative.

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