The Changing Twenties
Is being in one's 20s at present different in important ways from previous decades? Find out in The Changing Twenties by William A. Galston, Ph.D..
Unplanned Pregnancy and Community Colleges
Over one million unplanned pregnancies occur to single women in their 20s—a group that includes many in community colleges. These unplanned pregnancies result in a large number of single parents who struggle with finances, interrupted or indefinitely postponed education, unstable relationships, and a host of challenging health, educational, and social consequences for their children. The National Campaign has produced several materials that underscore the connection between community colleges and unplanned pregnancy.
Click here to visit the Community Colleges resource page.
Science Says #35: Acculturation and Sexual Behavior among Latino Youth
Previous research has shown an association between certain measures of acculturation and Latino teens’ a sexual behavior.This research brief explores acculturation and country of origin in greater detail.
NCHS Report on Teen Birth Rates
In mid-December of 2007, the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) released their preliminary report on birth data for 2006 (the most recent year that data is available). Because rates increased for younger and older teens among almost every racial and ethnic group, the National Campaign has created a web portal that includes a statement and additional resources and information.
Click here to access the web portal.