New Study: The “Adultification” of Black Girls Why are Black girls treated more harshly by schools and systems than white girls? A new study says the “adultification” of Black girls is at fault. Read More
Training Series: Coping With the Unique Challenges of Kinship Care The Casey Foundation offers a video series on kinship care, hosted by Joseph Crumbley, to support caregivers and child welfare workers. Read More
Kids Deserve Better: Why Juvenile Detention Reform Matters Even brief juvenile detention can affect court outcomes and lead to lasting negative impacts on young people, research shows. Learn more. Read More
The Benefits of Workforce Exposure and Career Programming for Youth and Young Adults Early workforce exposure through internships or apprenticeships boosts young adults’ chances of stable jobs. The Casey Foundation has resources to help. Read More
New Fact Sheet Helps States Identify Youth Eligible for Pandemic Relief A new fact sheet helps states identify older youth eligible for federal stimulus aid, providing relief for those in or aging out of foster care. Read More
Thrive by 25: Casey Foundation Announces Increased Focus on Youth and Young Adults The Casey Foundation will dedicate half of its investments over the next decade to improving the well-being of youth and young adults. Read more. Read More
How to Have a Productive Conversation About Race Conversations about race are not easy, but they are crucial. This guide inspires productive conversations to create understanding, growth and empathy. Read More
What Is Permanence? Every child needs and deserves to grow up in a safe, loving and nurturing family – a family whose support is unconditional and will last a lifetime. Read More
Obesity or Overweight Now Affect 1 in 3 Youth: How Experts Are Responding Childhood obesity or overweight now affects 1 in 3 youth — with structural inequities exacerbating the problem in communities of color. Read More
LGBTQ+ Definitions, Terms and Concepts Explore LGBTQ+ meanings, queer and gender identity terms and sexual orientation types. Learn accurate language in one clear, inclusive guide. Read More
