Developing a Theory of Change Practical Theory of Change Guidance, Templates and Examples This guide explains theory of change models, processes and products. Download to learn how to write a theory of change. Read More
Race Equity and Inclusion Action Guide Embracing Racial Equity: 7 Steps to Advance and Embed Race Equity and Inclusion Within Your Organization One way to achieve social change in an organization is to incorporate a racial equity and inclusion framework. Learn the seven steps to advance and embed race equity and inclusion now. Read More
Early Warning! Why Reading by the End of Third Grade Matters A KIDS COUNT Special Report on the Importance of Reading by 3rd Grade Millions of American children get to fourth grade without achieving a 3rd grade reading level, and that puts them on the high school dropout track. Learn why the ability to read is critical to a child’s success in school. Read More
Kids, Families and COVID-19 Pandemic Pain Points and the Urgent Need to Respond This KIDS COUNT policy report uses U.S. Census Bureau surveys to examine how households with children are faring during the pandemic. Learn what these data reveal about the health and economic well-being of children and families across the country. Read More
Race Matters: How Race Affects Education Opportunities The educational inequality is permeating our poorer school districts due to embedded racial inequity and unequal access to education. Learn more about race and education inequality here. Read More
Parental Incarceration and Its Impact on Children Explore parental incarceration statistics and what they reveal about the impact on children, families and communities. Read More
Youth Incarceration in the United States A two-page infographic presents trends in youth incarceration and recommends more effective responses than incarceration when young people break the law. Read More
Car Programs for Low-Income Families Transporting Families Toward Financial Stability and Success The need for a car is particularly critical in rural areas. This brief describes a variety of programs that help rural low income famillies get a car to help build family economic success. Read More
Double Jeopardy How Third Grade Reading Skills and Poverty Influence High School Graduation This report is based on a longitudinal study of nearly 4,000 students over the course of their high school careers. It outlines the problems, and suggests reforms to policy and programs that could resolve them. Read More
Listening to Black Women and Girls Lived Experiences of Adultification Bias This report shares insights and recommendations related to adultification bias — the perception that black girls are less innocent and more adult-like than their white peers of the same age. Learn more now. Read More
