Alaska ranks 30th in overall child well-being

Kids Count Alaska is located in the Institute of Social and Economic Research at UAA and serves as a comprehensive source of information for policymakers, advocates, members of the media and others concerned with addressing the needs of children, families and communities. Funded by the Annie E. Casey Foundation, the 2012 Kids Count Data Book ranked Alaska 30th in terms of overall child well-being. The Kids Count Alaska Data Book includes additional measures specifically for Alaska and many are available by region. Read more...