Podcast Archive

High Housing Costs a Reality for Millions of Kids in Immigrant Families

Across the nation, 41% of kids in immigrant families and 29% of kids in U.S.-born families are living in households grappling with high housing costs.

Are Adult Decisions Doing Kids Harm in the Juvenile Justice System?

A new video shows how juvenile justice decisions meant to help can harm youth and raise public safety risks by worsening outcomes. Learn more.

Boston Professor Receives Bimel Award for Helping Drive Detention Reforms

The Casey Foundation honored William Rodriguez with its 2017 Bimel Award for his work in justice, equality and youth advocacy. Read more.

Tools and Tips for Collecting and Analyzing Racial and Ethnic Data

Alicia Van Orman shared how to use public data to examine racial inequities during a KIDS COUNT webinar hosted by the Population Reference Bureau.

Rate of Kids Without Health Insurance Hits New Low

Rates for children without health insurance fell from 8% in 2010 to 4% in 2016, but disparities by race, income and geography remain.

Statistical Snapshot: Kids in Immigrant Families in America Today

In 2014, 1 in 4 U.S. kids — 18 million — came from immigrant families. Most are citizens, but many still face barriers as they grow into adulthood.

Five Questions with Casey: Barbara Squires on Social Sector Leadership

Barbara Squires, Casey's director of Leadership Development, discusses advancing public sector leadership for kids and families.

In Charlotte, Improving Economic Mobility Through Technology

When Keith Clithero launched his Gig Connected web platform in 2018, he had one goal in mind: improve economic mobility in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Bipartisan, Common-Sense Solutions

Nicholas Kristof noted the rise of compassionate conservatism — a moderate approach focused on reducing poverty and expanding opportunity. Learn more.