Scholars Named to Program Promoting Diversity in the Evaluation Field The Casey Foundation welcomed 20 new LEEAD scholars to boost leadership opportunities for researchers of color in evaluation. Learn more. Read More
Child Poverty Still Falling — and Close to Pre-Recession Rate The latest data indicate that 19% of U.S. kids are now living in poverty. This translates to 14 million kids across the country growing up poor in 2016. Read More
Record Coverage for Kids: 95% of U.S. Children Have Health Insurance The percentage of kids without health insurance has hit a historic low. Just 5% of U.S. kids lack medical insurance coverage, according to new data. Read More
Jabari: Reaching His Full Potential Jabari’s dream of becoming a vet was derailed — until an evidence-based program helped him pivot and realize his potential. Learn more. Read More
Adopting a Public Health Approach to Preventing Child Sexual Abuse Preventing child sexual abuse is necessary and needed and — in her TEDMED talk — expert Elizabeth Letourneau tells how. Read More
Casey Helps Students Get Frontline Experience Working in Juvenile Justice Policy and Advocacy This summer, HBCU students in Florida interned with national groups, gaining hands-on experience in juvenile justice advocacy and reform. Learn more. Read More
New Guide Champions Greater Racial Equity in Detention Via Case Processing Reforms A new JDAI™ guide shows how cutting case delays can lower youth detention rates and reduce racial, ethnic and gender disparities. Learn more. Read More
What’s Happening at 352 University Avenue in Atlanta? Plans are underway to turn 352 University Ave. into a vibrant hub where Atlanta’s Pittsburgh residents can work, shop, create and play. Learn more. Read More
Casey Shares Insights From its Journey Toward Racial and Ethnic Equity and Inclusion In under a decade, the Casey Foundation’s staff shifted from 60% white to nearly 60% people of color. A new report shows how this change took root. Read More
Our Statement on Ending DACA Ending DACA harms 800,000 young people who’ve called the U.S. home since childhood — an irreversible loss for them and for America. Learn more. Read More
