Research
Maine Children’s Alliance KIDS COUNT report, 2010
Posted by Voices_staff on Jul. 13 "The Maine Children’s Alliance’s 16th annual KIDS COUNT Data Book provides the most current and reliable data available pertaining to the physical, social, economic and educational well-being of Maine’s children. Before we can chart the best course for our children’s future, we must have an understanding of the strengths and challenges present for Maine’s children and their families. By publishing these data, we hope to increase public awareness of the status of children across the state, to enrich discussions among concerned citizens and policymakers about children’s wellbeing, and to support advocacy to secure a better future for all of Maine’s children."Keeping Track of New York City’s Children, 2010
Posted by Voices_staff on Jun. 9 Keeping Track has become an indispensable asset for citizens, elected and appointed officials, academics, foundations, and service providers seeking to understand and improve the lives of New York City's children. With the release of the 9th edition of Keeping Track, CCC continues to update the Keeping Track database and expand the types of data collected. Order the entire report at Citizens' Committee for Children of New York City website.A Portrait of Children in Northern Virginia 2010
Posted by Voices_staff on May. 17The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia and Voices for Virginia’s Children are pleased to present “A Portrait of Children in Northern Virginia,” a first-ever snapshot of the status of Northern Virginia’s children. The research for this Portrait was assiduously performed by Health Systems Agency of Northern Virginia, and special thanks go to Dean Montgomery and his staff. The report highlights demographic, economic, and social trends that impact children and youth ages 0-18 in Northern Virginia. It includes the most current available data from the U.S. Census Reports, American Community Survey, Virginia Vital Statistics, the Annie E. Casey Kids Count Data, and other sources.
The Impact of High Quality Early Childhood Programs on Improving the Educational Achievement of At-Risk Children
Posted by Voices_staff on May. 6Economic research shows that investments in children-age 5 and younger-improve school readiness and decrease crime, teen pregnancy, delinquency, substance abuse, and welfare dependency. The science of early brain development demonstrates how child development, before the age of 5, is the foundation for a prosperous society. Brain architecture is constructed through an ongoing process that begins before birth. Early experiences affect the quality of that architecture by establishing either a sturdy or fragile foundation for learning, health, and behavior in later years.







