Policy Briefs

Dr. Kyndra Cleveland:


Just Discipline Project:


Pittsburgh Wage Study:


Dr. Mary Beth Rauktis:

  • "The pandemic’s impact on youth in foster care and how schools are tackling their learning and emotional needs" One page summary and full reportThis brief is based upon a study conducted by the University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work. Foster parents and educators were interviewed about the impact of covid-19 on youth in foster care and foster parents, and a scoping review of the research was conducted. This study is funded by the University of Pittsburgh Momentum Funds, 2021.