Kim DuMont

Research is core to the William T. Grant Foundation, as is the use of the knowledge that results from high-quality, community-based empirical investigations. We are committed to funding the study of 1) programs, policies, and practices to reduce inequalities in the ...

This two-part special issue focuses on strategies to improve the use of research in child welfare.

Abstract Using research evidence is critical to child welfare agencies’ ability to offer effective programs, yet gaps exist between research evidence and needs within the field. Child welfare staff need dedicated time to access evidence, and skills to evaluate ...