Black Children & Families

Black children and families in the United States face longstanding challenges that must be considered alongside their unique strengths. Child Trends’ applied research agenda on Black children and families explores both challenges and assets to produce new knowledge that deepens the field’s understanding of Black families’ diversity, contextualizes their experiences within systems and institutions, and informs policies and practices that promote their well-being.

Latest Research on Black Children & Families

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Three Ways Black and Latino Students Show They’re Engaged in Math

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Adapted Measure of Math Engagement Research Group

Black Children & Families

Oct 23 2024

70 Years After Brown v. Board, Dolls Research Still Sheds Light on Black Children’s Well-being

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Black Children & Families

Sep 4 2024

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Use of Multiracial Category Underestimates Disproportionate Representation of Black and Indigenous Children in Foster Care

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Alyssa Liehr

Black Children & Families

Aug 20 2024

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Young Leaders Tackle Key Issues That Affect Black Children and Families’ Well-being

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Black Children & Families

Aug 7 2024

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Data Spotlight

Research on Black families both reflects our nation’s beliefs and exerts its own influence on public attitudes and policies. Our report explores the ways in which social science research focused on Black families has changed over 10 decades.