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Williams, Janelle; Torian, Sarah – Annie E. Casey Foundation, 2015
Casey has invested in several southwest Atlanta communities for more than 10 years. This report explores how race and community of residence continue to create barriers that keep the city's kids, particularly those of color, from reaching their full potential. The report highlights three key areas that support or thwart children's healthy…
Descriptors: Barriers, Racial Discrimination, Disadvantaged Environment, Educational Experience
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Moore, Tim; McArthur, Morag – Australian Journal of Education, 2011
Children who experience homelessness are at risk of poor health and well-being, and negative social outcomes. They are often exposed to stressful life events, such as domestic violence, parental mental health difficulties and family breakdown. Although many experience difficulties in remaining engaged in school, children report that schools can…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Homeless People, Children, At Risk Persons