Addressing the Mental Health Needs of Young Immigrants This session spotlights a community-led, non-clinical approach to supporting mental health in Latino communities. Watch the webinar. Read More
U.S. Child Poverty Rate Reaches Prerecession Level The nation’s child poverty rate fell to 18% in 2017. See how this rate has changed over time. Read More
Jim Casey Initiative Names Young Fellows From 12 States Casey named 12 new Jim Casey Fellows to train in leadership and advocacy and help improve outcomes for youth moving from foster care to adulthood. Read More
Ensuring Equity in Government Contracting During a Time of Crisis A Casey Foundation handout shows how governments can boost jobs and business growth in low-income and minority communities through contracts. Read More
Five Questions with Casey: Allison Gerber on the Value of Apprenticeships Senior Associate Allison Gerber discusses the role of apprenticeships in Casey's strategies for connecting people to jobs. Read More
Nation Shifts Away From Costly, Unnecessary Confinement Since 2007, the rate at which youth are placed in juvenile detention and residential facilities has steadily declined — falling 44% nationwide. Read More
Four Compelling Reasons to Use Racial Equity Impact Assessments for Policy Decisions A new case study highlights how REIA tools help leaders and advocates craft race-conscious policies and advance equity through data-driven decisions. Read More
Child Poverty Declines After Peaking in 2011 After the Great Recession, child poverty peaked at 23% in 2011, then declined — reaching a five-year low in 2015 when 1 in 5 children lived in poverty. Read More
Connecticut Is the First State in Nation to Eliminate Youth Prison Model Connecticut Gov. Dannel P. Malloy has announced the closure of the Connecticut Juvenile Training School, the state’s large juvenile corrections facility. Read More
Preschool Programs Out of Reach for Some Kids of Color and Low-Income Families KIDS COUNT Data Center offers new information about preschool enrollment. Read More
