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August 22, 2007 - Commentary
Better Models for Juvenile Justice
The governors of four states examine the progress, challenges, and promising developments in the effort to reform juvenile justice. Read More
August 9, 2007 - From the field
Grantees Help Deliver Justice in Chechnya
On July 26, the European Court of Human Rights ruled on three cases brought against Russia by five Chechens, represented by MacArthur grantees the London-based European Human Rights Advocacy Centre (EHRAC) and the Russian NGO, Memorial ... Read More
June 27, 2007 - From the field
New Guidelines Mandated to Ensure Balanced Juvenile Justice System in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania’s Department of Public Welfare issued new guidelines to counties last month directing them to conduct self-assessments based on policy statements and tools developed under MacArthur’s Models for Change juvenile justice reform initiative. The ... Read More
June 19, 2007 - Press release
MacArthur Action Networks to Address Racial and Ethnic Disparities and Mental Health in Juvenile Justice
MacArthur, which is investing $100 million to support and accelerate promising models of juvenile justice reform, is enlisting more states in its growing effort. Read More
June 15, 2007 - From the field
Trial of Charles Taylor
The trial of Charles Taylor, the former dictator of Liberia, began recently under the auspices of the United Nations-backed Special Court for Sierra Leone. Taylor was indicted in 2003, but received safe haven in Nigeria until ... Read More
June 1, 2007 - Press release
Six Counties Selected for Juvenile Justice Reform Funding Under $10 Million MacArthur Initiative
Governor Chris Gregoire announced that six counties will receive funding and technical support to improve juvenile justice systems as part of MacArthur's Models for Change initiative. Read More
May 24, 2007 - Commentary
Letter to the Editor by Jonathan Fanton: Nigeria on a Path to Genuine Democracy
In a letter to the Chicago Tribune editor, MacArthur President Jonathan Fanton acknowledges the flaws in recent Nigerian elections but argues that the country's president, Olusegun Obasango, has put it on the path to stability. Read More
April 17, 2007 - Speech
"Announcement of Insyde’s Award for Creative and Effective Institutions," Remarks by Jonathan F. Fanton
MacArthur President Jonathan Fanton recognizes Insyde's efforts to find productive ways for Mexican police to meet the challenge of rising crime while still respecting human rights and maintaining public trust. Read More
April 15, 2007 - Publication
The MacArthur Foundation in Mexico: Report on Activities
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation first began making grants in Mexico in 1986 and opened an office in Mexico in 1991. Today, MacArthur provides approximately $6 million in grants each year to address ... Read More
March 30, 2007 - Commentary
Interview with Jonathan Fanton: Without Human Rights, You Can't Have Stable Democracy
MacArthur's President talks about MacArthur's grantmaking in Nigeria targeted towards human rights, reproductive health, and maternal mortality. Read More
March 6, 2007 - Commentary
Interview with Jonathan Fanton on Democracy, Digital Learning, and Juvenile Justice in the 21st Century
Recently, Philanthropy News Digest spoke with MacArthur President Jonathan Fanton. Read More
December 5, 2006 - Press release
As Momentum for Juvenile Justice Reform Builds, MacArthur Invests $100 Million
MacArthur announced an additional commitment of $60 million to support and accelerate promising models of juvenile justice reform, bringing its total investment in the field to $100 million. Read More
December 4, 2006 - Speech
"Capturing Momentum for Change in the Juvenile Justice System," Remarks by Jonathan Fanton at the Models for Change National Working Conference
MacArthur President Jonathan Fanton notes the progress made in developing a menu of juvenile justice best practices and describes the Foundation's plans to add up to six more states to its Models for Change initiative. Read More
December 1, 2006 - Publication
Report: Models for Change: Building Momentum for Juvenile Justice Reform
A new report by the Justice Policy Institute, a grantee through the Foundation’s Models for Change initiative, finds momentum building for a possible wave of juvenile justice reform across the country.
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December 1, 2006 - From the field
NEW REPORT: Building Momentum for Juvenile Justice Reform
A new report by MacArthur grantee, the Justice Policy Institute, finds momentum building for a new wave of juvenile justice reform across the nation. It states that "significant new research on adolescent development and the demonstrated ... Read More
