Investing in the Adult Workforce, Workforce Narrative Project An Opportunity to Improve Children's Life Chances This paper compares job training and education programs designed to help low-income parents boost earnings and improve outcomes for their children. Read More
Connecting the Dots: Growth, Work, and Prosperity This report maps out the findings and recommendations of groups in various sectors that have examined what it will take to build a stronger Connecticut. 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
Metropolitan Contexts for Community Initiatives Contrasts in a Turbulent Decade, Revised Draft This report highlights trends affecting U.S. metro areas in the 2000s to help planners understand and prepare for future community needs. 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
Understanding the State of Knowledge of Youth Engagement Financing and Sustainability This report outlines costs, funding strategies, and steps funders can take to help youth programs grow, thrive and empower young people long-term. Read More
The High Cost of Being Poor Issue Brief #7 Child Care Subsidies This brief covers child care subsidies in Virginia and highlights ways to make care more affordable for working parents with low incomes. Read More
How Human Services Programs and Their Clients Can Benefit from National Health Reform Legislation This report shows how the Affordable Care Act helps agencies streamline systems so low-income families get all the services they’re eligible for. Read More
State Legislative Leaders' Perceptions of KIDS COUNT Summary of Research Findings This report shares how 333 lawmakers view and use KIDS COUNT data — shaping policy to create a brighter, fairer future for America’s children. Read More
County Officials Perceptions and Use of KIDS COUNT This report shows how counties use KIDS COUNT data — why they need it, how they access it and what child and family stats guide local decision-making. Read More
