Alex Barrett-Shorter, April 18, 2019
Blog—This month, San Francisco leaders proposed closing its juvenile hall and consider broader reforms to the local juvenile justice system.
Aisha Chabane, April 9, 2019
Blog—Art education has immense benefits in human development, personal growth and as a form of therapy, serving as a much-needed tool in combating the harsh realities of incarceration.
Mike Males, April 3, 2019
Publications—A new CJCJ publication analyzes urban crime across 73 large cities and finds that crime rates in California have declined during a period of large-scale criminal justice reform.
Renee Menart, March 29, 2019
Newsletter—March News: Sponsored bill to support youth locally proceeds in the CA State Legislature, Cameo House families and volunteers connect through a creative project, and CJCJ supports proposed closure of… Continue
March 21, 2019
CJCJ in the News—The San Francisco Chronicle speaks with CJCJ Senior Research Fellow Mike Males about youth crime trends, which have fallen off drastically since the 1990s, leaving juvenile halls emptied and experts… Continue
Maureen Washburn, March 20, 2019
Blog—As California considers the fate of its juvenile justice system, the Governor, Legislature, and youth advocacy community must push beyond a basic restructuring of the state institutions and resolve… Continue
Renee Menart, March 13, 2019
Blog—This month, three exciting grant opportunities for community-based programs are accepting applications. CJCJ and partners are working together to ensure these funds are used effectively for the… Continue
Aisha Chabane, March 7, 2019
Blog—The "Jeff Adachi Youth Rights" ordinance is now the strongest law in the country for youth in police custody, setting a precedent for counties across California and the U.S. and emphasizing the… Continue
Renee Menart, February 28, 2019
Newsletter—February news: CJCJ report uncovers dangerous conditions at CA's Division of Juvenile Justice, new practical guide supports justice-involved youth during reentry, and CJCJ honors Jeff Adachi, San… Continue
February 27, 2019
Publications—A new practical guide for juvenile justice and social service providers emphasizes collaborative, holistic support and meaningful engagement with youth and their families during the reentry process.
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