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Embedding Detention Reform in State Statutes, Rules and Regulations

June 4, 2014

This report helps jurisdictions align state law with JDAI goals, promoting safer detention systems and better alternatives to secure confinement.

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Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI) 2013 Annual Results Report

June 3, 2014

This annual JDAI report shares progress from 131 sites working to reduce juvenile detention and build a safer, fairer and more efficient justice system.

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Noncitizen Youth in the Juvenile Justice System

June 3, 2014

This JDAI report explores immigration and juvenile justice, urging safe, fair detention practices for noncitizen youth and reduced reliance on detention.

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2014 Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative Progress Report

June 3, 2014

This publication provides a detailed update on the Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative.

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Closing Massachusetts' Training Schools

June 3, 2014

This brief recounts a 2011 symposium on Massachusetts’ 1970s juvenile reform closure, summarizing key themes, outcomes and group recommendations.

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Juvenile Detention Facility Assessment

May 20, 2014

This publication provides a guide to help Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative sites improve conditions in juvenile detention facilities.

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Making Detention Reform Work for Girls

December 6, 2013

JDAI created a detailed guide to address girls in detention and drive real reform for girls in facilities across JDAI sites. Learn more.

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Bernalillo County Mental Health Clinic Case Study

November 30, 2013

This JDAI Practice Guide highlights the mental health needs of juvenile detainees and how one site in New Mexico met those needs.

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Cost Avoidance

May 26, 2013

This brief outlines the taxpayer costs of poor foster care outcomes, focusing on education, parenthood and justice system involvement.

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