Survey: A Pandemic High for the Number of Black Youth in Juvenile Detention A survey of youth justice agencies finds the population of Black youth in juvenile detention on Feb. 1, 2021, reached a pandemic high. Learn more. Read More
What Is Neighborhood Planning Unit V (NPU-V)? This post looks at the history, residents and opportunities in Neighborhood Planning Unit V — a group of six neighborhoods in Atlanta, Georgia. Read More
High School Alternatives Could Meet the Evolving Needs of Students A new report funded by the Foundation discusses alternative high school models and the growing demand for alternative pathways to high school completion. Read More
Congress Renews and Increases Title IV-B Child Welfare Funds Lawmakers have reauthorized and expanded Title IV-B of the Social Security Act. Learn what this means for child welfare systems. Read More
Resources for Holding Icebreaker Meetings Between Birth and Foster Parents Icebreaker meetings can help forge relationships between birth parents, foster parents and caseworkers — which is extremely important for foster kids. Read More
Eight Youth-Centered Principles for Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice A new report offers an eight-part framework for child welfare and juvenile justice, emphasizing youth development, racial equity and belonging. Read More
Revamped Curriculum Helps Atlanta-Area Fathers Build Community and Parenting Skills A Casey Foundation grantee has partnered with an Atlanta-area nonprofit to deliver a parenting skills curriculum to Black fathers. Learn about the program. Read More
Judge William Thorne on the History and Healing of American Indian Families Lisa Hamilton interviews Judge William Thorne Jr. on how federal policies have harmed Native children and how communities are working to heal. Read More
Juvenile Arrests for Violent Crimes Reached a Historic Low in 2018 Youth arrests for violent crimes have declined for decades, but racial disparities in arrest rates persist. Learn more. Read More
Eight Expert Conversations on Building Equity Into Implementation A virtual series presents eight conversations on advancing equity when implementing programs aimed at supporting kids, youth and families. Read More
