Powerful stories from young people, families and advocates driving change in their communities underscore that lasting solutions come from those closest to the challenges.
The Childhood Trauma-to-Prison Pipeline explores how severe childhood trauma can shape a young person's path into the adult criminal legal system, highlighting the experiences of more than 2,200 incarcerated individuals and the lasting impact of abuse, neglect, exploitation and instability.
The 19th KIDS COUNT Data Book shares national and state data on children and families, with a 2008 essay on reducing youth detention and boosting safety.
This report maps out the findings and recommendations of groups in various sectors that have examined what it will take to build a stronger Connecticut.
This report analyzes children who stayed home after maltreatment investigations, highlighting racial patterns in cases that were later re-investigated.