Blog Archive

Building Community Connections in Atlanta

A new program launched this spring by local partners aims to increase networking opportunities for mothers in southwest Atlanta.

JDAI interviews Thomas Brooks

Thomas Brooks, Chief Juvenile Probation Officer in Harris County, Texas, talks to the Casey Foundation about his experience working with young people.

Sue Burrell Receives ABA award

Sue Burrell of the Youth Law Center won the ABA’s 2011 Livingston Hall Award for advocating youth rights in California and nationwide.

New Report Captures Local Perspectives on Making Connections

A new report shares local insights on how Casey’s Making Connections initiative helped build stronger communities and drive lasting change. Read more.

Abuses Show Danger and Ineffectiveness of Residential Confinement for Youth

Reports of youth abuse in Florida, Iowa, and Kentucky facilities show that the current confinement model is failing and needs urgent reform. Learn more.

Five States Selected for New Initiative to Help Parents and Kids Succeed Together

A new initiative connects low-income families to early education, job training and tools to boost stability and break the cycle of poverty. Learn more.

How Many U.S. Kids Have Special Health Care Needs?

In the United States today, 14 million children under the age of 18 have special health care needs.

One in Eight Babies Born Preterm in 2010

One in eight babies in 2010 were born prematurely in the United States. Babies born before term are at greater risk of encountering developmental problems.