Equity vs. Equality and Other Racial Justice Definitions Learn the definitions to racial justice core concepts including systemic racism, institutional racism, structural racism, equity, equality and more. Read More
What Are the Core Characteristics of Generation Z? Generation Z has emerged as a population increasingly worthy of attention, especially now as its older members enter young adulthood. Here’s what we know about their characteristics. Read More
What Is Juvenile Justice? Are you wondering what is juvenile justice? Learn about the juvenile justice system and its process, issues with the system, and why it’s so important here. Read More
Social Issues That Matter to Generation Z Members of Generation Z tend to be more open-minded, liberal-leaning, and engaged in social justice. Learn about seven issues that have Generation Z’s attention so far. Read More
What the Statistics Say About Generation Z Get the statistics on Generation Z, a group that is “racially and ethnically diverse, progressive and pro-government” according to the Pew Research Center. Read More
What Is Generation Alpha? Generation ZMake way Millennials. Move over Generation Z. Demographers have named society’s next age group: They’re known as Generation Alpha, and they’re growing up fast. Read More
Generation Z and Mental Health The mental health of Gen Z is a growing issue. Learn about their anxiety, depression and other mental health statistics from the Annie E. Casey Foundation. Read More
U.S. Child Population Grows and Changes: 74 Million Kids to Shape Future of More Diverse America In its 2019 KIDS COUNT Data Book, the Annie E. Casey Foundation today urged policymakers and child advocates to prioritize policies that would expand opportunity for America’s 74 million children. Learn more about this report on child well-being from 1990 to 2017. Read More
50-State Data Report Confirms Urgent Need to Make Game-Changing Expanded Child Tax Credit Permanent As the federal government launched a new website for parents and caregivers eligible for an expanded child tax credit, the Casey Foundation released a 50-state data report that argues for making the expansion permanent. Read More
Definitions of Common LGBTQ Concepts and Terms This post defines some common terms — and promotes the use of accurate, authentic and inclusive language — to enhance the ability of social workers, educators, foster parents and others to support LGBTQ youth, serve as their advocates and help them thrive. Read More
