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The Forgotten Fifth

March 2, 2009

This report urges policymakers to consider rural areas — alongside cities — when designing programs to support children in poverty.

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A young Black father stands with his young son sitting atop his shoulders. The two are smiling with their arms in the air.

Ranking States on Improvement in Child Well-Being Since 2000

March 1, 2009

This report uses the 10 KIDS COUNT indicators to assess increases and decreases in absolute child well-being. View the data for each state since 2000.

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Youth Violence Myths and Realities: A Tale of Three Cities

February 13, 2009

This report explores youth views on violence, life circumstances and how the justice system responds to perceived increases in youth violence.

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Reports on America

February 1, 2009

Most of the 16 million kids in immigrant families are U.S. citizens. Their well-being depends on parents’ origin, education and migration circumstances.

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Responsible Approaches to Neighborhood Stabilization

January 30, 2009

This report explores how agencies are restoring communities hit by the 2009 foreclosure crisis through renewal and stabilization efforts.

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Ten Considerations for Advocacy Evaluation Planning

January 29, 2009

This document outlines how KIDS COUNT and advocates can turn evaluation theory into practice to improve their work and impact real-world outcomes.

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Improve the Nation's Data on Children and Families

January 10, 2009

The Casey Foundation recommends updating data systems to better track poverty rates and support more effective poverty reduction policies.

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Reduce Poverty and Promote Opportunity

January 10, 2009

This 2009 report urges Congress to adopt proven strategies that expand economic opportunity for the nation’s most vulnerable families.

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Rebuild the Nation’s Child Welfare System

January 10, 2009

This call-to-action urges reforms to the child welfare system using proven practices that help create lasting, stable family connections.

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