New Interactive Map Tackles Debt in America Today The Urban Institute has launched an interactive map that puts the pervasiveness of America’s modern debt epidemic on full display. Read More
Young Adults Assess Their Social Networks and Connections to Resources A recent study explores youth insights on how social connectedness shapes health and positive development. Learn more. Read More
Derek Douglas on How the University of Chicago Supports Local Kids and Families Anchor institutions, such as hospitals and universities, can be powerful economic drivers in the communities they serve. In an interview, the University of Chicago's Derek Douglas explores how these organizations can play a stronger role in supporting local kids and families. Read More
New Tool Helps Leaders Reduce Racial and Ethnic Disparities Leaders committed to helping all children succeed must understand the roles that race, class and culture play in shaping outcomes and opportunities for vulnerable children nationwide. Enter the Results Equity Crosswalk, a new tool from the Annie E. Casey Foundation that enables leaders to bring attention to and act on racial and ethnic disparities. Read More
Report: Investment in Baltimore Uneven by Race A new report highlights how a community project is boosting capital in a largely Black area of East Baltimore, addressing racial and economic inequality. Read More
A Call to Action: Juvenile Probation and Racial Justice Steve Bishop, a Casey Foundation senior associate, works to transform juvenile probation and recently discussed racial injustice in the system. Read more. Read More
Training Family Child Care Providers in Baltimore A new program in Baltimore provides training and resources to help individuals open family child care centers. Learn about this initiative. Read More
The JAG Advantage Brings Trauma-Informed Care to Youth Employment The JAG Advantage helps students reach their full potential and gain an edge in today’s workforce through student-centered services. Learn more. Read More
Opportunity Passport Helps Young People Exiting Foster Care Achieve Economic Gains The Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiative’s Opportunity Passport™ matched-savings program supports young people who are transitioning from foster care into adulthood by helping them secure employment and increase their financial capability. Yet, the economic progress that a young person experiences varies by their race, ethnicity and group placement or foster care placement history, according to a new report from the Annie E. Casey Foundation. Read More
Home-Visiting Program Shows Benefits for Young Justice-Involved Mothers Parenting in the juvenile justice system is tough, but home-visiting programs can make a lasting difference for mothers and their children. Read More
