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Bridging the Gap Between Correctional Education and Careers
Education programs in correctional settings prepare people for meaningful work, yet employment barriers after release remain high. Discover how employers can tap into this skilled, motivated workforce.
Centering Community Priorities Through Participatory Evaluation
Learn how Richmond’s Fund for Children and Youth and WestEd’s participatory evaluation model are driving impactful, evidence-based programs for children, youth, and families.
Safe Schools and Communities Through Evidence-Informed Decision-Making
Thoughtful, evidence-informed strategies are essential for improving safety in schools and communities. Learn how leaders can respond to violence with approaches that make a meaningful and lasting difference.
Leading Voices Podcast Series Episode 19: 5 Strategies for Overcoming the Opioid Epidemic in Schools and Communities
In this Leading Voices episode, expert Jennifer Loeffler-Cobia joins host Grace Westermann to share five evidence-based strategies and explore how cross-sector collaboration can prevent opioid misuse and save lives.
How Schools and Districts Are Taking Action on Student Health and Well-Being
This Spotlight explores how some schools and districts are promoting student health and well-being, including forming strategic partnerships and using trauma-informed practices.
Building Evidence on What Works for School Safety
Ashley Boal examines school safety projects led by WestEd’s Justice and Prevention Research Center, exploring both completed studies with actionable findings and ongoing work that advances evidence for safer, more supportive schools.
WestEd Studies Impact of Innovative Youth Mental Health Initiative Now Expanding to Seven More States | Q&A With Dr. Tracy A. Huebner
In this Q&A, Dr. Tracy A. Huebner, Director of Special Programs and Initiatives at WestEd’s Center for Economic Mobility, provides an inside look at WestEd’s documentation and reporting of implementation experiences and lessons learned related to Year 1 of the Youth Mental Health Corps.
Ending Chronic Absence Starts With Early Action and Strong Partnerships
Cecelia Leong of Attendance Works and Rebeca Cerna of WestEd share insights and strategies on tackling chronic absenteeism, highlighting California’s progress and practical steps to improve student attendance and engagement.
What Is Correctional Education? Why It Matters, and Where It’s Headed
Learn how correctional education, including innovative models like Vocational Villages, improves outcomes for incarcerated individuals, with research on its effectiveness and WestEd’s efforts to expand access.
Driving Student Achievement Through Meaningful Family Collaboration
Strengthening the bridge between home and school can help children develop foundational skills, stay engaged, and grow into confident learners. Across grade levels, practical tools…
