An Analysis of Racial/Ethnic Disproportionality & Disparity at the National, State, and County Level The brief discusses efforts to reduce the disproportionate number of youth of color in the child welfare system. Learn more. Read More
Reducing Structural Barriers to School and Work for People With Juvenile Records This report shares how state policymakers can help dismantle education- and employment-related barriers for people with juvenile records. Read More
Developing Two-Generation Approaches in Communities Final Report From the Annie E. Casey Foundation's Family-Centered Community Change This report shares a 7-year evaluation of Casey’s FCCC initiative in Buffalo, Columbus and San Antonio from 2013 to the end of funding in 2019. Read More
Considering Culture Building the Best Evidence-Based Practices for Children of Color This case study shows how culturally relevant, evidence-based efforts help level the playing field for children of color. Part four in a five-part series. Read More
The Kinship Diversion Debate Policy and Practice Implications for Children, Families and Child Welfare Agencies This report highlights key insights on kinship care from over 50 experts and explores diverting children from foster care to live safely with relatives. Read More
Flipping the Script: White Privilege and Community Building This report defines and explores the issues of white privilege and racism across the United States in community building work. Read More
How Young Adults View Social Connectedness and Access Resources A Summary This study provides insight into young adults’ views on their social networks and analyzes ways they connect to financial, mentoring and other resources. Read More
The Color of Justice The Landscape of Traumatic Justice This report shows how gaps in mental health care contribute to the overrepresentation of youth of color in the juvenile justice system. Read More
Promising Program Models for Extended Foster Care and Transition Services This report reviews how states approach extended foster care and offers strategies to better meet the needs of older youth in transition. Read More
The Impact of Leadership Development on Early Childhood Education A Preliminary Review of the Annie E. Casey Foundation's Leadership in Action Program This project reviews the impact of Maryland’s first Leadership in Action Program on efforts to help kids in Maryland and Baltimore City start school ready. Read More