Thrive by 25: Casey Foundation Announces Increased Focus on Youth and Young Adults The Casey Foundation will dedicate half of its investments over the next decade to improving the well-being of youth and young adults. Read more. Read More
Five Reasons to Complete the 2020 Census (and Encourage Others to Do the Same) Here are five reasons why the U.S. census matters more than you think, and why you should encourage everyone you know in the nation to participate. Read More
New Study: The “Adultification” of Black Girls Why are Black girls treated more harshly by schools and systems than white girls? A new study says the “adultification” of Black girls is at fault. Read More
Native American Children’s Health and Well-Being This follow-up to a previous post looks at the status of Native American children's well-being. Learn more about the persisting inequities they face. Read More
Training Series: Coping With the Unique Challenges of Kinship Care The Casey Foundation offers a video series on kinship care, hosted by Joseph Crumbley, to support caregivers and child welfare workers. Read More
The Benefits of Workforce Exposure and Career Programming for Youth and Young Adults Early workforce exposure through internships or apprenticeships boosts young adults’ chances of stable jobs. The Casey Foundation has resources to help. Read More
Kids Deserve Better: Why Juvenile Detention Reform Matters Even brief juvenile detention can affect court outcomes and lead to lasting negative impacts on young people, research shows. Learn more. Read More
Obesity or Overweight Now Affect 1 in 3 Youth: How Experts Are Responding Childhood obesity or overweight now affects 1 in 3 youth — with structural inequities exacerbating the problem in communities of color. Read More
What Is Permanence? Every child needs and deserves to grow up in a safe, loving and nurturing family – a family whose support is unconditional and will last a lifetime. Read More
Youth Mental Health Statistics Discover key youth mental health statistics for 2024, including trends, challenges and insights into how mental health impacts teens and young adults today. Read More
