The proposal echoes CJCJ’s long-standing recommendations for the phased closure of all state youth correctional facilities.
Blog May 4, 2020
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April News: CJCJ’s Cameo House families enjoy spring festivities, new report on dangers of DJJ youth correctional facilities, and CJCJ calls for transparency of COVID-19 cases.
Publications Apr 14, 2020
New Report: California’s Youth Correctional Institutions Jeopardize Health Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
From overcrowding and unsanitary buildings to a lack of access to quality health care, DJJ facilities put youths’ safety at risk.
CJCJ in the News Apr 9, 2020
California jail watchdogs won’t keep track of COVID-19 cases in lockups. Activists want answers
The Sacramento Bee covers advocates’ calls for transparency in California’s local jails and juvenile halls, quoting CJCJ’s Brian Goldstein.
During the COVID-19 crisis, California must support youth at DJJ, Cameo House serves families in San Francisco, and advocates press for protections in jails and juvenile facilities.
An analytical essay by a high school student working with CJCJ explores the significance of the closure of San Francisco’s juvenile hall.
February News: CJCJ’s Next Generation Fellowship explores advocacy in Oakland, costs soar for California’s youth correctional system, and award for CJCJ staff supports children with incarcerated loved ones!
Publications Feb 25, 2020
New Fact Sheet: Spending on California’s Youth Correctional System Soars Amid Administrative Shifts
A new CJCJ fact sheet finds that state spending on California’s dangerous and prison-like youth correctional system is expected to soar amid an administrative reorganization.
Blog Feb 18, 2020
CJCJ’s Renee Menart Receives Bay Area Inspire Award
CJCJ is pleased to announce that Communications and Policy Analyst, Renee Menart, has been selected as a recipient of the 2019 – 2020 Bay Area Inspire Award.
Blog Feb 11, 2020
CJCJ Pays Tribute to Terence Hallinan
CJCJ staff are deeply saddened by the recent passing of former San Francisco District Attorney Terence Hallinan.
California crime rates continue to drop amid justice reforms, CJCJ’s team rings in the New Year with a festive gathering, and CJCJ’s Justice Policy Journal offers new research.