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Who We Are
The Center for the Study of Social Policy works to achieve a racially, economically, and socially just society in which all children, youth, and families thrive. We translate ideas into action, promote public policies grounded in equity, and support strong and inclusive communities. We advocate with and for all children, youth, and families marginalized by public policies and institutional practices.
Our Approach
Systems Reform
We draw on the latest research and work to make systems more responsive, accountable, and rooted in policies that ensure equity and inclusion for all children, youth, families, and communities.
Community Outreach
We believe in the power of communities to shape their futures. We work with communities across the country and with local systems to impact policy and systems change.
Policy
We work to influence public policy to create opportunity, advance equity, achieve impact, and scale results. We fight against inequitable policy proposals and promote policies that ensure equity and inclusion.
Featured Projects
Pediatrics Supporting Parents
The Pediatrics Supporting Parents project leverages and enhances the standard of care in the pediatric well-child visit to support social and emotional development.
Strengthening Families
Strengthening Families is a research-informed approach to increase family strengths, enhance child development, and reduce the likelihood of child abuse and neglect. It is based on engaging families, programs, and communities in building five key protective factors.
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