The 2012 KIDS COUNT Data Book State Trends in Child Well-Being The 2012 KIDS COUNT Data Book shows gains in health and education but a decline in economic well-being, reflecting shifts since the first report in 1990. Read More
The KIDS COUNT Index (2012) In 2012, KIDS COUNT was revamped to offer deeper insights, helping advocates better track and respond to key child welfare issues across states. Read More
Social Capital: Issue Brief #2 Building Quality Networks for Young People in Foster Care This brief explains how social capital impacts foster youth development and is part of the Jim Casey Youth Initiative’s series on youth engagement. Read More
Trauma Informed Practice With Young People in Foster Care Issue Brief #5 This issue brief defines trauma, then discusses the trauma foster kids may go through and how caregivers and social workers should be ready to help. Read More
The Lifelong Families Training Curriculum Training Manual This training manual includes a 2-day curriculum on the Lifelong Families model with agenda, modules, handouts, presentations and more. Read More
Enduring Assets The Financial Lives of Young People Transitioning from Foster Care This report explores the financial habits and challenges of Opportunity Passport youth, offering guidance for those transitioning out of foster care. Read More
Authentic Youth Engagement Youth-Adult Partnerships This brief shows how agencies can build strong youth-adult partnerships to help young people in foster care stay engaged and connected into adulthood. Read More
Promoting Development of Resilience Among Young People in Foster Care This brief outlines strategies child welfare systems can use to help young adults in foster care build resilience. From the Jim Casey Youth Initiative. Read More
Building From Strength: Creating Opportunity in Greater Baltimore’s Next Economy This report explores how current economic development affects job growth in Baltimore and how inclusive planning can shape future regional strategies. Read More
Self-Inflicted Wounds Protecting Families and Our Economy from Bad Budget Choices This report compares several 2010 budget cutting proposals and how each will affect the United States population. Read More
