News in “Juvenile Justice”
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March 22, 2013 -
From the field
Examining the Cost of a Youthful Mistake
"Mistakes Kids Make" is a storytelling project that advocates for juvenile justice reform that veers toward rehabilitation for young offenders and away from a punitive, unforgiving, and outdated system. Read More
March 22, 2013 -
Video
“Education Under Arrest – Restructuring Juvenile Justice”
From PBS.org
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March 21, 2013 -
Publication
Lessons Learned in Juvenile Justice Reform
A series of research briefs aggregates key learnings emerging from MacArthur’s multi-state juvenile justice initiative. Read More
March 10, 2013 -
Publication
National Juvenile Defense Standards Published
The National Juvenile Defender Center has published the National Juvenile Defense Standards, which provide a comprehensive summary of the role and complex duties of the juvenile defender in the 21st century juvenile court system. Read More
February 27, 2013 -
Video
Children and Family Justice Center at Northwestern University
Making the justice system fair for children and families
For 20 years, the Center has fought for and stood with children in conflict with the law. With a dual focus on zealous individual advocacy and systemic ...
Read MoreJanuary 31, 2013 -
Publication
NRC Report on Juvenile Justice Cites MacArthur
A new two-year independent study by the National Research Council takes stock of the growing body of knowledge regarding adolescent development. Read More
January 27, 2013 -
Video
"Report Calls for Increased Funding for Juvenile Justice Efforts"
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January 15, 2013 -
In the Media
"The Safety Zone: Inside a School Where No Student's Needs are Too Tough"
From MinnPost
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November 26, 2012 -
Info sheet
Grantmaking in Chicago
The Foundation seeks and seizes opportunities to work locally as an expression of its civic commitment to its home, and because being rooted in Chicago yields a deeper understanding of issues faced by urban areas and ... Read More
November 21, 2012 -
In the Media
"The Promise of Juvenile Court"
From the Chicago Sun-Times
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November 15, 2012 -
In the Media
"Can Teen Brain Development Help Explain Juvenile Crime?"
From Minnesota Public Radio
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November 14, 2012 -
In the Media
"Weitzel: Partnership Offers Reforms for Juvenile Justice System"
From My Suburban Life
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September 25, 2012 -
Publication
Report Highlights Progress in Juvenile Justice Reforms
Advances in Juvenile Justice Reform summarizes reforms made during this period by 47 states and the District of Columbia in 24 different policy areas. Read More
