From the Field: Four Ways to Transform Juvenile Justice Now Casey Foundation videos highlight youth justice practices like partnerships, credible messengers and healing trauma to inspire system change. Read More
YouthWorks Creates Leadership Opportunities for Young Workers In Baltimore, a workforce development program for young people is prioritizing placement in leadership roles. Get the details. Read More
Supreme Court Decision Affirms Justice System Must Treat Youth Differently The U.S. Supreme Court ruled teens sentenced to life must get a chance for release — impacting up to 2,000 people sentenced as minors. Learn more. Read More
Casey Joins National Partnership To Tackle Disparities in Rural America Save the Children and partners launched a unique rural collective impact effort with support from the Casey Foundation. Learn more. Read More
Youth Justice Community Collaborative Launches in Albuquerque The Albuquerque Justice for Youth Community Collaborative, backed by the Casey Foundation, helps shape futures for youth affected by the justice system. Read More
Mentors Build Meaningful Connections With Youth in Washington, D.C. Washington D.C.’s Credible Messenger Initiative pairs youth with mentors who’ve had similar experiences and are trained to offer support. Read more. Read More
Racial Inequities in Foster Care Increased During the COVID-19 Pandemic COVID-19 worsened racial inequities in child welfare, per Bethany Christian Services’ report analyzing pre- and post-pandemic program data. Read More
Baltimore Fund Backs Entrepreneurs of Color During the Pandemic The Baltimore Small Business Development Fund has helped local entrepreneurs of color sustain and grow their businesses during the pandemic. 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
One in Four Kids Miss Annual Preventive Dental Care, up From Previous Years Learn how missing out on preventive dental care can affect a child's education and overall health. Read More
