Transition Planning with Adolescents A Review of Principles and Practices Across Systems This paper calls for better planning to help teens transition from foster care, focusing on the challenges they face and how agencies can support them. Read More
Peer Networking and Place-Based Initiatives This report offers 10 strategies for using peer networking in place-based work, based on 47 interviews from the Building Healthy Communities project. Read More
Adult Literacy Education In Immigrant Communities Identifying Policy and Program Priorities for Helping Newcomers Learn English This report recaps a 2006 conference on adult literacy in immigrant communities, sharing ways to help newcomers learn English and thrive economically. Read More
The Promise and Challenge of Mentoring High-Risk Youth Findings from the National Faith-Based Initiative This report highlights faith-based mentorships for high-risk youth and explores key lessons for designing programs that reconnect youth with caring adults. Read More
Casey Connects: Summer 2011 Faith, Forgiveness, Fragile Relationships, and Responsible Fatherhood This Casey Connects issue details Casey efforts to support fathers, faith groups and reentry, all aimed at giving kids in tough communities a better shot. Read More
Casey Connects: Winter 2013 Places to Thrive This issue highlights efforts in Baltimore and Atlanta to break poverty cycles and boost third-grade reading through two-generation community strategies. Read More
A Road Map for Juvenile Justice Reform 2008 KIDS COUNT Essay This KIDS COUNT essay highlights six key challenges and opportunities for juvenile justice reform to better serve youth, families and communities. Read More
Engaging Parents and Families In Adolescent Reproductive Health A Casey Study Review This report highlights four real-world efforts to engage parents in teen reproductive health — with a goal of building better programs for healthy youth. Read More
Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI) 2013 Annual Results Report Inter-site Conference Summary This annual JDAI report shares progress from 131 sites working to reduce juvenile detention and build a safer, fairer and more efficient justice system. Read More
Building Assets, Strengthening Families in Baltimore This report highlights Casey’s financial stability efforts in Baltimore and Maryland, offering insights for others supporting low-income families. Read More
