http://aecf.org/blog en webmail@aecf.org Copyright 2020 2020-07-14T15:23:00+00:00 http://staging.aecf.org/blog/helping-agencies-prioritize-kinship-care-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/ http://staging.aecf.org/blog/helping-agencies-prioritize-kinship-care-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/ Written for child welfare agencies nationwide, a new Casey Foundation fact sheet explores how kinship care can support children and how agencies can support kin families during the coronavirus pandemic. Tue, 14 Jul 2020 15:23:00 GMT http://staging.aecf.org/blog/dreama-gentry-empowering-rural-communities-through-education/ http://staging.aecf.org/blog/dreama-gentry-empowering-rural-communities-through-education/ A recent evaluation of the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s Children and Family Fellowship included case studies of individual Fellows who are working to transform the way organizations work on behalf of kids and families. Fellow Dreama Gentry is training her focus on kindergarten readiness in rural communities. Fri, 10 Jul 2020 20:12:00 GMT http://staging.aecf.org/blog/youth-detention-admissions-remain-low-but-releases-stall-despite-covid-19/ http://staging.aecf.org/blog/youth-detention-admissions-remain-low-but-releases-stall-despite-covid-19/ A survey of juvenile justice agencies in 33 states shows that systems slowed the pace of releasing young people from detention, leaving many young people still living in confinement. Read the results of the COVID-19 survey. Wed, 08 Jul 2020 22:01:00 GMT http://staging.aecf.org/blog/a-call-to-action-juvenile-probation-and-racial-justice/ http://staging.aecf.org/blog/a-call-to-action-juvenile-probation-and-racial-justice/ Steve Bishop, a senior associate at the Annie E. Casey Foundation, is leading efforts to transform juvenile probation. He recently answered questions about racial injustice and juvenile probation. Wed, 08 Jul 2020 20:45:00 GMT http://staging.aecf.org/blog/workforce-strategies-shift-to-serve-young-people-during-crisis/ http://staging.aecf.org/blog/workforce-strategies-shift-to-serve-young-people-during-crisis/ During the pandemic and economic downturn, workforce programs are shifting strategies to ensure young people are gaining the skills needed to obtain employment and build career paths. Read examples from local providers. Tue, 07 Jul 2020 23:37:00 GMT http://staging.aecf.org/blog/improving-the-well-being-of-young-parents/ http://staging.aecf.org/blog/improving-the-well-being-of-young-parents/ Two recent reports funded by the Casey Foundation explore challenges faced by young parents, particularly mothers of color. The publications also share recommendations for how public systems and policy makers can enhance outcomes for these parents and their children. Tue, 07 Jul 2020 23:10:00 GMT http://staging.aecf.org/blog/resources-to-help-young-workers-through-the-economic-crisis/ http://staging.aecf.org/blog/resources-to-help-young-workers-through-the-economic-crisis/ The COVID-19 pandemic has spurred an economic crisis and a grim employment landscape for young workers. Tue, 30 Jun 2020 23:10:00 GMT http://staging.aecf.org/blog/nate-balis-on-supporting-young-people-in-the-juvenile-justice-system/ http://staging.aecf.org/blog/nate-balis-on-supporting-young-people-in-the-juvenile-justice-system/ Nate Balis, director of the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s Juvenile Justice Strategy Group, talked about juvenile justice reform during a podcast produced by the National Conference of State Legislatures. Tue, 30 Jun 2020 23:06:00 GMT http://staging.aecf.org/blog/study-pretrial-juvenile-detention-increases-odds-of-felony-recidivism-by-33/ http://staging.aecf.org/blog/study-pretrial-juvenile-detention-increases-odds-of-felony-recidivism-by-33/ Jurisdictions use pretrial confinement to ensure that young people who have been accused of an offense attend court hearings. Yet, a stay in pretrial juvenile detention increases a young person's likelihood of felony recidivism by 33% and misdemeanor recidivism by 11%. Read the new study. Tue, 30 Jun 2020 23:01:00 GMT http://staging.aecf.org/blog/addressing-the-needs-of-young-parents-in-foster-care-during-covid-19/ http://staging.aecf.org/blog/addressing-the-needs-of-young-parents-in-foster-care-during-covid-19/ The COVID-19 public health crisis has created challenges for young parents in foster care. Child welfare practitioners can more effectively support this population by deepening their understanding and identifying resources. Learn about the unique needs of young parents in care. Mon, 29 Jun 2020 22:40:00 GMT