Wisconsin Works (W-2) Reports and Studies
- W-2 Take-up Study. The Take-Up Study is a qualitative study conducted by DCF to better understand why parents eligible for W-2 are not participating in the program. DCF promotes the economic as well as the social well-being of Wisconsin’s children and families. We understand that a lack of employment and the resulting financial instability are difficult and stressful for families. As a result of insights from this report, DCF has taken steps to improve how parents are welcomed into W-2 and how we continue to work with them to best meet their goals.
- Wisconsin Works Chartbook, December 2006. This report presents a wide variety of statistics about the W-2 program, including information on the characteristics of W-2 participants and their families; program placements, activities and operations; and economic outcomes of former W-2 participants. Data, graphics and brief summaries are presented for the state, and for Milwaukee County and the balance of state when there are noteworthy differences between those areas.
- Barrier Screening and Assessment Evaluation, December 2005 (with Cover Letter). This study examines how the barrier screening tool and assessment procedures have been implemented and the impact of the screening and assessment process on case planning for W-2 participants.
- The Impact of Race on W-2 Sanctions from 2000 to 2004 (with Summary, and Cover Letter), statistical report on racial differences in sanctions, 2000-2004. This report updates an earlier analysis summarized in the December 2004 W-2 Sanctions Study.
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W-2 Sanctions Study, December 2004 (with Executive Summary and cover letter.) A report on the prevalence of sanctions by race in the W-2 program. The report is the result of an 18-month DWD study, with guidance from a steering committee. The report includes research findings and committee recommendations.
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W-2 Leavers Studies
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W-2 Leavers Study 1st Quarter 1998 Preliminary Process Report
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What Employers and W-2 Job Experts Think about Retention and Advancement Barriers and Services This study investigates the expert views of W-2 staff who provide retention and advancement services around the state and of employers who hire significant numbers of Low Income Workers With Family Responsibilities (LIWWFRs).
- Welfare Closure Study, March 2000
- Making it Work: AODA Task Force Report
- W-2 White Papers