Memphis and Shelby County, in Tennessee, make up a region steeped in rich cultural heritage and vibrant community spirit. Amidst this cultural wealth, the region has demonstrated resilience in overcoming longstanding systemic inequities within its educational landscape. While historical legacies of school segregation persist, the community is actively addressing these challenges, fostering a collective determination…
The north metro region of Colorado — which includes Adams and Broomfield counties, and the cities of Arvada and Aurora — is home to more than 900,000 diverse community members. It is also one of the fastest-developing regions in Colorado, having grown its population by 19% over the past decade, with no signs of slowing…
In Stamford, Connecticut, the Stamford Cradle to Career Partnership (SC2C) is a model of collaborative efforts, dedicated to advancing equitable life outcomes. This Cradle to Career Network member, recently awarded the Systems Change designation along the StriveTogether Theory of Action™, has played a pivotal role in mobilizing partners, building relationships and providing essential support to…
Across Dallas County, The Commit Partnership is championing a comprehensive approach to ensure every child is successful from cradle to career. Through strategic initiatives spanning early childhood, K-12 education, and postsecondary and workforce readiness, Commit has emerged as a catalyst for equitable data use and transformative change, driving significant improvements in life outcomes. Now, their work has…
Across the country, members of the Cradle to Career Network are working to reduce barriers to postsecondary success for students in their communities. Here are three insights into how they’re getting results: Make data accessible and actionable. Using data to make informed decisions and improve strategies is critical to getting better outcomes for students. Cradle…
The StriveTogether Theory of Action™ guides the Cradle to Career Network in building the civic infrastructure required to improve outcomes for youth and families. The nationally validated framework is the foundation of the Network’s approach. Over the years, the Network has taken a continuous improvement approach, revising the theory of action periodically to reflect insights…
Change is most effective when we follow the lead of the stories, experiences and data shared by communities. Across the StriveTogether Cradle to Career Network, we use this information to illuminate challenges, guide conversations and make decisions to get to better outcomes for children and families. Every year, the Cradle to Career Network provides transformative…
To change the systems that serve youth and families, we can’t rely on one organization. True systems transformation requires collaboration from all aspects of the community — health, education, housing, public safety and more. When these sectors build partnerships around shared goals and accountability, powerful local change is possible. The three stories below show how…
Northfield Promise, a StriveTogether Cradle to Career Network member in Northfield, Minn., launched a Racial Equity Team in late 2019 to create an equitable environment for young people and families. Despite the obstacles of 2020, they made important strides in their first year. Here are three key insights from their work: Start with youth. The…