This report describes the results of a 2006 formative study by the Family Strengthening Policy Center, National Human Services Assembly to collect quantitative and anecdotal evidence that since 2003 the human services field has integrated place-based, family-strengthening approaches into their policies, programs, and practices. The Annie E. Casey…

The 1967 annual report of the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) describes educational advancements and economic improvements for American Indians. Specific programs and their results are cited in such areas as bilingual education, school facilities, family training, job training, industrial and business development, natural recources deelopment,…

Small towns and rural places face numerous barriers to development. In response, the four Regional Rural Development Centers serve as regional and national networks to catalyze, initiate, facilitate, and evaluate research and educational programs that have potential to improve rural economic and social well-being. Such programs focus on developing…