This document provides short briefs on the methods and findings behind research insights communicated through the Story Walk exhibition on ORPC legal representation.
Policy Brief
Effectiveness of the Alternative Responsive Pilot: Policy Brief
Policy brief that summarizes final 2-year outcomes research on the effectiveness of the Alternative Response pilot.
ECE Workforce Data Analysis Brief: Wages
This brief explores median, annualized wages and number of jobs for ECE workers with a Social Security Number (SSN) who could be matched to a wage record for their employer in 2022-2023.
ECE Workforce Data Analysis Brief: Retention, Growth, and SNAP and CCCAP Participation
This brief explores the 12-month retention and growth rates the center-based ECE workforce by key characteristics. It also investigates participation in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and CCCAP among center-based ECE workers active in 2021–2022.
ECE Workforce Data Analysis Brief: Proposed Metrics
This brief recommends process updates to improve the quality of Professional Development Information System (PDIS) for measuring the workforce over time. Proposed workforce metrics include workforce growth and retention (for all workers and specific roles), as well as retention of new workers.
Effectiveness of the Alternative Responsive Pilot: Initial Outcomes – Policy Brief
Policy brief that summarizes pilot reach, implementation, and impact data on the effectiveness of the Alternative Response pilot in year one.
Policy Brief: Using Evidence-Based Policymaking to Improve Perinatal Health
Reports on findings from a mixed methods study to identify barriers and facilitators to using research evidence in perinatal policies.
Policy Brief: Plans of Safe Care to Support Families Impacted by Perinatal Substance Use Disorders
Policy brief providing recommendations on how Colorado can expand, leverage, and effectively implement Plans of Safe Care.
El camino hacia la seguridad económica y el bienestar familiar en Colorado (Resumen completo)
Percepciones de datos para informar las políticas y prácticas
The Path to Economic Security & Family Well-Being (Complete Brief)
Data insights brief that summarizes the best available research on economic security and its connection to child maltreatment and family well-being.