Children and Families
News Brief: Domestic Violence in Immigrant Communities
Recent studies show that foreign-born women are more likely to be victims of homicide related to domestic violence than their non-immigrant counterparts. In this two-part series, Feet in Two Worlds reporters explore the challenges faced by battered migrant women and their children. REAd Part 1 » REAd Part 2 »
The latest Child Welfare Watch report identifies shortcomings in mental health services for juvenile delinquents and explores possible solutions, including the expansion of alternatives to incarceration. REAd more »
New York City shelters for homeless and runaway youth have turned away dozens of young people this summer because of lack of space, shelter operators and advocacy groups say. Read More »
The city has delayed plans to move some 500 foster children from institutions to family settings after foster care agencies complained that the moves were poorly planned and rushed. Read More »
Listen to the audio of the Center's lively debate in April over the Obama administration's anti-poverty measures, including new flexible funds for child and family services, and the federal stimulus. Featuring OTDA Commissioner David Hansell, Brookings Institution scholar Ron Haskins, Margarita Rosa, Veronica White and Debbie Weinstein »
