New policy brief on school meals

School meals are a critical safety net for families across the state and play a unique role in food security for Tribal communities. Learn more in our new policy brief: "The Impact of School Meals on Communities."

New Report on Youth Mental Health

Read more about youth mental health in North Dakota including how to better support youth and their families.

2024 KIDS COUNT Data Book

The 35th annual KIDS COUNT Data Book looks at child well-being in states and territories across the country. See how North Dakota stacks up in this new report.

Updated County Profiles Now Available

Check out the County Profiles for the most recent data on children in your community.

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Data

Thoughtful, effective policies and programs rely on solid data. North Dakota KIDS COUNT is dedicated to providing current, relevant, and reliable data to shape the issues affecting North Dakota children and families.

Publications

North Dakota KIDS COUNT regularly releases research, data-driven publications, and analysis to help keep policymakers, community members, and advocates up-to-date on the issues affecting North Dakota children and families.

News

Stay up-to-date with all of the latest announcements, press statements, and news stories about North Dakota KIDS COUNT and our data-driven work to help children in our state.

Resources

North Dakota KIDS COUNT is often asked to give presentations on the data, deliver testimony, and provide our expertise on policies moving forward. Find links to our presentations and other resources.

About Us

North Dakota KIDS COUNT is dedicated to improving the well-being of children in our state. When policy decisions are rooted in data and research, kids grow up in economically secure families, live in resilient communities, and meet developmental, health, and educational milestones.

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