Early Warning Confirmed, Executive Summary A Research Update on Third-Grade Reading New research confirms that reading by 3rd grade impacts the future of kids and intensifies the urgency around getting kids of color to read proficiently. Read More
Reducing Youth Incarceration in the United States A KIDS COUNT Data Snapshot The rate of youth incarceration is declining in the U.S. as public safety is increasing. This brief explores strategies being used to support this trend. Read More
Accessing Credit Reports for Foster Youth A Reference Guide for Child Welfare Agencies This report guides child welfare workers on meeting the requirements of federal law for accessing and interpreting credit reports for foster youth. Read More
Leaders for a Lifetime Celebrating 20 Years of the Annie E. Casey Foundation's Children and Family Fellowship This reflective report tells the story of Casey's Children and Family Fellowship leadership training program through the eyes of its participants. Read More
Leading for Results Developing Talent to Drive Change In this report, Casey tells the story of its results-based approach to leadership development. Read More
A Smart Investment in Human Capital How AchieveMission Helped the Corporation for Supportive Housing Increase Mission Impact This case study shares how one nonprofit used leadership development to drive internal change and boost impact through mission-focused strategy. Read More
Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative 2012 Annual Results Report This report highlights 20 years of JDAI reforms using data from 112 sites — showing big progress in reducing youth detention and inspiring further action. Read More
Four Approaches to Family Team Meetings This brief compares four family team meeting models used in child welfare and highlights the need for more research to find the most effective approach. Read More
Reconnecting Child Development and Child Welfare (Summary) Nearly 1 in 5 kids in child welfare spend time in residential care, but research shows these settings don’t support strong social or emotional growth. Read More
Youth and Credit Protecting the Credit of Youth in Foster Care This guide helps adults meet the law requiring annual credit checks for foster youth 16+ and support them in fixing any issues found in those reports. Read More
