Blog Archive

California Considers Final Closure of its State Youth Corrections System

California considers final closure of its state youth corrections system, part of the state's juvenile justice reform that started in 2007.

A Conversation with Michael Rohan

An interview with Michael J. Rohan, the director of Probation and Court Services of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois,

New Collaborative Launched to Improve Outcomes for Vulnerable Children, Families and Communities

Eleven organizations launched the National Results and Equity Collaborative to help vulnerable youth succeed from birth through adulthood. Learn more.

Expert Input: What It’s Like to Deliver New Training Series on Kinship Care

The Casey Foundation released a five-part video series, “Engaging Kinship Caregivers,” to help child welfare staff work better with kinship caregivers.

Who’s in Head Start? Three- and Four-Year-Olds Fill Programs Nationwide

In 2016, the most recent full year of data on record, 1.1 million kids were enrolled in Head Start programs. Nearly 76% were three or four years old.

School-to-Career Partnership Helps Youth in Transition

The School-to-Career Partnership program helps connect youth to caring adults and job opportunities — setting them up for future success.

New Report: KIDS COUNT Shows Value of Long-Term Philanthropic Investment

For over 25 years, KIDS COUNT has helped drive bipartisan support for child well-being using data to guide policy and improve outcomes for vulnerable kids.

Report: Philanthropy Must Invest in Grassroots Movements in Atlanta

Grassroots groups and local leaders are tackling Atlanta’s racial wealth gap, but more philanthropic support is needed, a new report finds. Read more.

Child Welfare Webinar: Maximizing Youth Engagement in Court Reviews and Case Planning

A webinar explores youth engagement in court reviews and case planning under the Strengthening Families Act, featuring Tennessee’s review board. Read more.