Research shows that single-gender programs have an impact on reducing teen pregnancy, yet there are few evidence-based teen pregnancy prevention programs designed specifically just for men, especially young Black and Hispanic males. To address…

This report highlights findings from a process evaluation of the Urban Alliance’s High School Internship Program in Washington, DC, Baltimore, Northern Virginia, and Chicago. The Urban Alliance program model aims to empower economically…

Parents can be reluctant to engage with child protection agencies since they realize these agencies are part of a system that can remove their children from their homes; however, it is crucial for agencies to develop meaningful engagement with…

This issue brief profiles the design and implementation of the 2Gen approach undertaken by the District of Columbia TANF program. The brief covers how staff were trained in 2Gen approaches, and the reorganization of TANF intake and eligibility…

This research-to-practice brief summarizes interview findings from juvenile justice system administrators in communities that are moving away from youth prisons and toward investing in community-based solutions. The interviews from these agency…

This Urban Institute report presents a preliminary set of findings on the effects of colocation of human services organizations in Washington, DC. The report illustrates initial lessons for service usage and the benefits received by participants of…

This ICF study assesses and analyzes the food economy in the District of Columbia and how its rapid growth could provide more inclusive opportunities for all city residents. Beyond an industry sector and economic impact analysis, the study examines…

The Aspen Institute’s ASCEND program will host a webinar on June 13, 2019 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET to discuss investing in fathers to enhance the well-being of children. The webinar will cover the importance of mothers and fathers, trends…

This Office of Planning, Research and Evaluation report reviews the effectiveness of using coaches to help low-income individuals move toward self-sufficiency. The evaluation profiles four coaching models: Iowa’s Family Development and Self-…

This report from the Urban Institute shares the experiences of women who have received TANF cash assistance for more than five years in the District of Columbia. Recently, the District changed their policy to do away with the five-year time limit…