Progress Accelerates for Eliminating Confinement as a Response to Juvenile Probation Violations Experts say youth shouldn’t face detention for breaking probation rules — and it shouldn’t be used as punishment for non-criminal behavior. Read more. Read More
Preparing High School Students for Careers During and After the Pandemic Learn more about how the On Track to Career Success framework prepares high school students for successful careers. Read More
Video Explains Community-led Youth Diversion From the Legal System A video highlights LA County's model for community-led diversion and development for youth who are at risk for justice system involvement. Read More
Cheryl Washington on Rebuilding East Baltimore and its Future Lisa Hamilton and Cheryl Washington discuss Baltimore’s urban renewal and how residents helped shape the project and its impact. Read More
Reimagining Juvenile Justice Brings Professional Development to Frontline Staff Teams from 15 sites finished Reimagining Juvenile Justice training and are sharing insights to help deliver the curriculum in their local communities. Read More
10 Ways Juvenile Probation Can Meet the Coronavirus Challenge Ten recommendations guide probation leaders in adjusting practices post-COVID-19 to better support young people during this challenging time. Read More
Kids in Immigrant Families Among Least Likely to Live in Single-Parent Homes Over 1 in 3 U.S. kids live in single-parent homes. Rates are lowest for Asian children (16%), white children (25%), and kids from immigrant families (25%). Read More
The Impact of Fines and Fees on Families Court and motor vehicle fees trap Black and low-income Southern families in debt. Efforts are underway to raise awareness and find solutions. Learn more. Read More
Survey: 52% Drop in Admissions to Youth Detention in Two Months Matches Reduction Over 13 Years The rate of youth detention admissions fell 52% during COVID-19, a two-month drop equal to a 13-year decline, per a survey of 33 states. Learn more. Read More
Helping Communities and Child Welfare Systems Become Partners for Change This Q&A outlines strategies to help communities and child welfare systems forge partnerships to improve outcomes for families. Learn more. Read More
