Podcast Archive

Five Questions with Casey: Mike Laracy and the Policy Landscape for Kids and Families

Casey's director of policy reform and advocacy, Michael Laracy, discusses the policy landscape for kids and families in 2013.

Debra Joy Pérez Named Vice President for Research, Evaluation and Learning

Debra Joy Pérez joined the Casey Foundation as VP of research, evaluation and learning, after success at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.

Recent Study Looks at Impact of JDAI Sites

A report from the UC Berkeley Law School shows the impact of Casey's JDAI sites in different states.

One in Five Children is Food Insecure in 2010

Recent data show that more than 1 in 5 U.S. children lived in homes that were food insecure at some point during the year.

More Children Growing Up in Rented Homes

Recent data show that the rate of homeownership is falling in the U.S., which can prevent families from building assets and finding financial security.

Communities Mark Summer Learning Day to Promote Reading

In 2013, several Grade-Level Reading communities nationwide celebrated Summer Learning Day as part of a national effort to prevent learning loss in summer.

Child Poverty Still on the Rise, but Outlook for Children Better in Education and Health

As the nation’s economy recovers, kids are showing signs of improvement despite a growing poverty rate, according to Casey’s 2013 KIDS COUNT Data Book.

Preliminary Analysis Shows Average Daily Detention Populations Reduced by 43% Across JDAI Sites

Casey’s JDAI shares data on reducing reliance on secure detention for youth by helping justice systems cut unnecessary and inappropriate use. Learn more.

New Administrator of OJJDP

Robert L. Listenbee was named Administrator of OJJDP, after 16 years as Chief of Juvenile Unit in Philadelphia and 27 years as a trial lawyer. Read more.