NYTD In-Person Event 2026

The National Youth in Transition Database (NYTD) operates as the federal government's primary tracking system for foster care transition outcomes across all U.S. states. Administered by the Children's Bureau within the Administration for Children and Families, NYTD collects standardized data on youth experiences before, during, and after foster care exit. The system captures key indicators in education, employment, housing stability, and service utilization through systematic surveys and reporting protocols. JBS International maintains the NYTD Network platform, which serves as the central portal for state agencies and authorized stakeholders to access data collection protocols and reporting tools. The platform houses technical documentation, performance measurement frameworks, and policy guidance materials used in federal compliance and program evaluation. State child welfare departments utilize these resources to standardize their tracking methods and submit required outcome data. NYTD's resource hub consolidates longitudinal datasets, published reports, and analytical tools used by researchers and policymakers nationwide. The database infrastructure enables comparative analysis of transition service effectiveness across jurisdictions and time periods. This evidence base informs federal and state policy decisions regarding foster care transition program design and resource allocation.