Juvenile Justice System Reform and Reinvestment TTA

The project team will support current OJJDP Juvenile Justice System Reform and Reinvestment Initiative grantees in developing and implementing innovative policies and practices based on research designed to reduce contact with the youth justice system and improve outcomes. Project activities are oriented around five core objectives: (1) engaging stakeholders, (2) analyzing data and identifying drivers, (3) developing innovative or research-based responses, (4) implementing responses, and (5) measuring outcomes. This inclusive approach will uplift Lived Experience Experts and facilitate a meaningful engagement with impacted communities that could have a positive and long-lasting impact far beyond the specific project. This project will also support youth and families throughout the process. One of the key partners, Justice for Families, is an organization composed of families impacted by the system. Justice for Families will support key activities across the grant, including identifying local leaders to support each state project and ensuring that youth, family, and community voice are a part of all work in the grant.