The Center for Social Development conducts research that informs how individuals, families, and communities increase capacity, formulate and reach life goals, and contribute to the economy and society. Our principal focus is on families and communities at the bottom of society. Major areas of work include Asset Building, Civic Engagement & Service, and Productive Aging.

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Featured Publications
Rothwell, D. W., & Sultana, N. (2012). Cash-flow and savings practices of low-income households: Evidence from a follow-up study of IDA participants (CSD Working Paper 12-07). St. Louis, MO: Washington University, Center for Social Development.
Elliott, W. (2012). Ideas for refining children’s savings account proposals (Creating a Financial Stake in College, Report IV). Washington, DC: New America Foundation; St. Louis, MO: Washington University, Center for Social Development.
Elliott, W. (2012). We save, we go to college. (Creating a Financial Stake in College, Report III). Washington, DC: New America Foundation; St. Louis, MO: Washington University, Center for Social Development