Los Angeles and New Jersey Steer Youth Away from Justice System New policies enacted in Los Angeles County and the state of New Jersey reflect the growing momentum for a dramatic shift in our nation’s juvenile justice systems. The goal is to allow schools and communities — not the courts — to address most instances of youth misconduct. Read More
Call for Proposals: 2019 JDAI Juvenile Justice Reform Conference The Annie E. Casey Foundation is accepting proposals — now through April 15, 2019 — for workshops and table discussions at its 24th Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative® Inter-Site Conference in October 2019. Read More
State-Level KIDS COUNT Data Books in 2019 The Annie E. Casey Foundation’s KIDS COUNT Network tracks the well-being of children and families in each state. View the catalog of state-level data books and fact sheets released so far in 2019 to learn more about how children in your home state are faring. Read More
What Is the Juvenile Justice Applied Leadership Network? Casey's program equips leaders to drive measurable and equitable results for youth at risk of legal system involvement. Learn more. Read More
Go Ahead, Hit Play: Casey’s New Podcast Tackles Race, Immigration and Inequality Podcast preview: Casey’s Lisa Hamilton talks with sociologist Manuel Pastor about America’s changing face and what it means for our future. Read More
Journal Article Identifies Research Gaps to Strengthen Child Welfare A peer-reviewed article asserts that, by filling specific research gaps, public agencies can more effectively meet the needs of the people they serve. Read More
October Is National Youth Justice Action Month President Biden has proclaimed October 2021 as National Youth Justice Action Month — calling on communities to support youth in reaching their potential, especially those with justice system involvement. Read More
Increasing Employment Opportunities for NPU-V Residents Enrollment is now open for the Construction Ready program in Atlanta. This free, four-week program is offered to low-income residents to help them develop the necessary skills, tools and supports to secure employment in the city's construction industry. Read More
New Tool Helps Leaders Adjust Strategies Amid the COVID-19 Crisis A new triage tool from the Center for Community Investment offers leaders a results-based process for reassessing work in the context of the COVID-19 crisis. Read More
Report: Youth Incarceration Is Largely Unnecessary Youth justice systems have been able to limit the spread of COVID-19, in part, by reducing the number of youths in confinement. Read a new report that links this approach with the broader movement for youth decarceration. Read More
