Policy Sites
Since there are never enough hours in a day in the life of a policymaker, this Virtual Research Assistant can help save valuable time by compiling select websites containing research-based information relevant to child and family policy. The main topics these sites address are: Health, Education, Income and Work, Family, and Social Justice and Equity. The sites represent a wide spectrum of viewpoints and can be a useful starting place for desired research. All of the listed sites have been evaluated using the WebGuide Evaluation.
Access the complete list of sites for any one of these general policy areas by clicking on the link tab. Bullet items are examples of topics covered within an area. Click here for an A-Z listing of all sites.
Health Policy
- Child bearing
- Women's health
- Childhood obesity
- Mental health
- Health insurance
Areas covered:
Education Policy
- Childcare
- early education and Head Start
- Post secondary education
- Teacher quality
- Standards
- achievement and testing
- School choice and vouchers
- School readiness
- Internet and technology
- School violence
Areas covered:
Income Policy
- Immigration
- Poverty
- Social Security
- Unemployment Insurance
- Welfare/TANF
- Disabilities
- Parental Leave Policies
Areas covered:
Family Policy
- Marriage and children's well-being
- Child support and fathers
- Children of immigrant families
Areas covered:
Social Policy
- Immigration
- Early intervention
- Health care
- Welfare reform
- Low-income housing
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