Throughout the past three years, the National Governors Association (NGA) Center for Best Practices has provided technical assistance to Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Kentucky, Michigan, New Mexico, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, West Virginia,…

This report from Child Care Aware of America explores the existence of child care deserts, areas in which the supply of high-quality child care is less than the demand for it. Child Care Aware conducted focus groups with parents in seven states and…

The U.S. Census Bureau released data on health insurance coverage in the United States in 2015, based on information collected in two surveys: the Current Population Survey Annual Social and Economic Supplement (CPS ASEC) and the American Community…

This Urban Institute study offers findings on how food insecurity impacts youth (ages 10 to 17), based on interviews and case studies of youth who participated in 20 focus groups in 10 communities. Discussion covers not only the data about food…

In this report from the Urban Institute, the authors identify and discuss 13 building blocks that they deem fundamental to advancing the economic mobility of low-income Americans. The building blocks include: family formation and stability;…

This resource sheet from the American Academy of Pediatrics contains a wealth of information about how to keep children healthy during flu season. The sheet links to videos, web articles, and printable sheets for child care providers to tailor and…

The U.S. incarceration rate remains exceptionally high, especially for socioeconomically disadvantaged groups, and the incidence of involvement in child protective services (CPS) is also quite high among disadvantaged groups. This confluence of…

Jobs-Plus is a place-based workforce development model to help public housing residents find employment. The model was tested in six cities between 1998 and 2006 and is now being replicated across the United States. This infographic from MDRC…

September is recognized as National Preparedness Month to raise awareness around planning ahead for emergencies. This year's theme, “Don’t Wait, Communicate. Make Your Emergency Plan Today,” emphasizes preparedness for youth, older adults, people…