Urban Institute Content Topic Results

In 2020, the Urban Institute was funded to conduct an implementation assessment of the Respect and Responsibility (R&R) demonstration project, a free nonmandated program for people who cause intimate partner violence. This report (1) delves into literature describing the state of IPV interventions for people who cause harm and the need for nonmandated interventions, (2) describes the R&R program’s background, (3) illustrates the methods Urban used to conduct its assessment, (4) shares findings from the research, and (5) concludes with discussions and recommendations for future R&R programs.

Many nonprofit organizations that provide direct human services are exploring how racial equity and inclusion (REI) and performance measurement collectively inform decision-making and strategies that affect their core mission. Starting from this mission orientation, organizations can benefit from guidance on operationalizing racial equity values within their measurement and evaluation work and acknowledging the systemic barriers that influence client outcomes.

This study examines the role of youth technology use in teen dating violence and abuse and bullying and expand knowledge about the types of violence and abuse experiences youth have, the extent of victimization and perpetration via technology and new media, and how the experience of such cyber abuse within teen dating relationships or through bullying relates to other life factors.

A report completed by the Urban Institute for DHHS that examines screening and assessment issues related to barriers to employment among TANF recipients, including domestic violence, substance abuse, mental health, and learning disabilities. (103 pages)

This report summarizes existing information what states were doing about the FVO, and examines the day-to-day operations of TANF and child support programs surrounding the issue of domestic violence.