Report: Children Make Up Smallest-Ever Share of U.S. Population Children accounted for just 22% of the country’s total population in 2020, an all-time low, according to an analysis released by Casey Foundation. Read More
Every State Is Failing to Equip All Kids for Success, Especially Children of Color, Says New Report Race for Results identifies gaps in child well-being that persist in every state across race and ethnicity. Read the press release. Read More
Survey: Amid Pandemic, Youth Detention Population Fell 24% in One Month, Matching a Recent Seven-Year Period A survey of juvenile justice agencies found that the number of youth in secure detention centers fell 24% in March 2020. Learn more about the survey. Read More
Naomi Wadler on Raising Youth Voices and Youth Advocates Lisa Hamilton chats with Naomi Wilder, who captivated millions at age 11 by advocating against gun violence after a tragic school shooting. Read More
Internet Safety for Kids Keep kids safe online with essential internet safety tips. Learn key rules, filters and trusted websites in this guide to children's internet safety. Read More
New Report Finds Many Families with Children Are Depressed, Uninsured, Hungry and at Risk of Foreclosure or Eviction A Casey Foundation report urges policy action as COVID-19 left millions struggling with finances, school, work and mental health. Learn more. Read More
What Is Implementation Science? Implementation science aims to understand the critical factors that ensure effective practices are carried out and sustained in typical service settings. Read More
Learn the Basics of Juvenile Justice This post collects blog posts, publications and resources meant to give readers an overview of juvenile justice. Review the resources. Read More
Poverty and Barriers to Opportunity in Atlanta This report on poverty in Atlanta explains how opportunities for kids and families vary widely depending on race, ethnicity and where they live. Read More
Studies Show Dramatic Racial Disparities in Front End of Juvenile Justice System Two peer-reviewed studies highlight systemic, racial inequities within the juvenile justice system. Read more. Read More
