CJCJ’s Mike Males authors an op-ed for Yes! Magazine that highlights new data showing that Whites are safer from violent death in more diverse areas.
Terence’s lived experiences allow him to relate to the youth he serves. Now, he is leading a team of credible, trusted, and nurturing behavioral health staff, dedicated to supporting young people in San Francisco’s juvenile justice system.
CJCJ in the News Aug 10, 2017
Youth Prison Paradox: Californians Want Them Shut Down While Counties Keep Building
The Chronicle of Social Change quotes CJCJ’s Director of Policy Brian Goldstein about California’s growing awareness that incarcerating youth does not make communities safer.
Blog Aug 8, 2017
Justice for All: Senate Bill 190
Senate Bill (SB) 190, which has passed the California Senate, aims to address the inequity of burdensome administrative fees levied against justice-involved youth and their families.
CJCJ and MILPA co-facilitated a two-day leadership and policy advocacy training for justice involved and formerly incarcerated individuals from across California.
Newsletter Jul 31, 2017
CJCJ gives young people adventure, health services & professional opportunities
CJCJ youth get to be kids again during annual Great America trip, emerging leaders train to transform justice in California, and CJCJ’s behavioral health programs invest in San Francisco youth.
Blog Jul 27, 2017
CJCJ is hiring!
Are you passionate about criminal and juvenile justice issues? Do you want to work directly with justice-involved young people? Apply now to join our team!
Blog Jul 25, 2017
Not Without Scars: The Story of Shirley LaMarr
San Francisco author Jim Dekker tells Cameo House Director Shirley LaMarr’s story of survival after addiction and poverty, and what is possible with investment in people rather than incarceration.
CJCJ’s Mike Males pens an op-ed for Yes! Magazine detailing positive trends among American youth, such as declining crime, increasing education, and greater political tolerance.
CJCJ’s Brian Goldstein pens an op-ed for Juvenile Justice Information Exchange (JJIE) highlighting the overwhelming fiscal and social costs of juvenile incarceration to youth and the community.
Politifact uses data from CJCJ’s recent report to fact check a statement made by California gubernatorial candidate, Travis Allen.
CJCJ youth clients celebrate summer with indoor go-karting; Refuting fear: immigration, youth, and CA’s declining violence; and Cameo House resident completes program and gives back.