RESEARCH LIBRARY

A new brief from the Center for Digital Government and Hyland summarizes how technology can help economic assistance agencies be more nimble and minimize churn, especially during times of crisis when vulnerable citizens need benefits the most.

While poverty and neglect tend to intersect, the two are not inextricably linked. Children’s Bureau Express (CBX) explains why differentiating the two is foundational for building a system that truly meets families’ needs and supports economic mobility.

A recent study from The Urban Institute and article from Route Fifty link supportive, permanent housing and other wraparound services to better child welfare outcomes, including increased reunification.