Putting Family First Developing an Evidence-Based Child Welfare Preventive Practice Model This paper provides guidance for state child welfare agencies on what to consider when developing a preventive practice model that aligns with the requirements of the Family First Prevention Services Act. Learn how to address the unique needs of families and ensure the quality of programs and practices. Read More
The Center for Working Families Framework A comprehensive approach to economic opportunity This report discusses the evolution and impact of the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s Center for Working Families framework, which is an integrated service delivery approach designed to help low-income families achieve financial security. Read More
Reentry to Foster Care Identifying Candidates Under The Family First Act This report examines the risks of children returning to foster care after discharge and seeks to help child welfare agencies identify kids who might benefit from evidence-based interventions available through the Family First Prevention Services Act. Read More
Transforming Justice Bringing Pennsylvania’s Young People Safely Home from Juvenile Justice Placements This report by the Juvenile Law Center, funded by the Annie E. Casey Foundation, provides research and recommendations to support bringing Pennsylvania’s young people safely home from juvenile justice placements. Read More
A Framework for Effectively Partnering with Young People This guide from the Annie E. Casey Foundation explores the practice of authentic youth engagement, including how it benefits young people, why it works and what it looks like in real life. Read More
In-Depth Case Studies of Authentic Youth Engagement in Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiative Sites This report examines how the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiative approaches youth engagement. It draws on more than 100 survey and interview responses across four sites to explore what authentically engaging youth looks like and how it benefits youth. It also shares recommendations for expanding the practice. Read More
Data Governance for Two-Generation Programs Planning Tool Kit This tool kit aims to help two-generation initiatives — programs that serve children and families together — harness data in their decision making, funding strategy and service delivery. Supplemental resources include a guiding framework, a brief that identifies elements of data capacity and an infographic that charts progress through the tool kit. Read More
Eight Principles to Transform Care for Young People in the Justice System This issue brief identifies eight principles that every juvenile justice system should embrace to transform care for youth in custody. Click here to learn more about serving young people. Read More
Children Living in High-Poverty, Low-Opportunity Neighborhoods This snapshot shares the latest data — for the nation and each state — on children growing up in high-poverty areas. It also singles out two important factors, geographic location and race and ethnicity, that shape a child’s risk of living in concentrated poverty. Click here to learn more about children living in concentrated poverty. Read More
Taking Action Positioning Low-Income Workers to Succeed in a Changing Economy Funded by the Annie E. Casey and Joyce foundations, this report examines educational and employment disparities in the United States and highlights policies, programs and strategies designed to improve current and future work for lower-wage individuals and their families. Read More
