Podcast Archive

KIDS COUNT Data Check: Teen Birth Rate Hits Historic Low

Teen birth rates in the U.S. have hit historic lows, a positive shift given the potential life challenges teen childbearing poses for moms and babies.

What Wyoming Does Well: KIDS COUNT Leader in Economic Well-Being

Samin Dadelahi shares why Wyoming leads in kids’ economic well-being, as highlighted in the 2016 KIDS COUNT Data Book from the Casey Foundation.

A New Opportunity for States: Parents and Children Thriving Together Initiative

States can apply by Aug. 10 for Parents and Children Thriving Together, supporting two-gen strategies led by NGA and the Center for Law and Social Policy.

New Book from Rutheiser Highlights Program’s Success in Closing the Opportunity Gap

Charles Rutheiser’s new book highlights five decades of Sponsors for Educational Opportunity. Proceeds support the program’s all-volunteer mission.

Webinar and New Tools: Evidence-Based Communications Strategies Advance Juvenile Justice Reform

Three new resources help supporters of juvenile justice reform serve kids and communities by utilizing evidence-based communication strategies. Learn more.

Foster Care Can Spark Modest Improvements in Child Well-Being, New Research Shows

New research shows many foster kids’ well-being improves in custody, but some still struggle — prompting a need for more innovative, responsive solutions.