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Youth development

National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges Issues Guidance on Youth, Families in the Court System

The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges recently passed resolutions and policy statements on how to improve the lives of youth and families involved with juvenile or family courts. The resolutions address the needs of homeless youth and families, support a developmental approach to juvenile probation, and recognize the need for independent oversight of youth confinement facilities. The Council also released two bench cards: one with guidance on...

Webinar To Discuss Strategies To Build Protective Factors for Muslim Youth

​On October 13, 2016, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. ET, OJJDP will present “Strategies for Educators, Counselors, and Community Members To Build Protective Factors for America’s Muslim Youth.” This webinar will focus on strategies to help participants create protective factors and prosocial opportunities for Muslim youth. Presenters will discuss adolescent development, positive youth development, and how to create safe and accepting academic and...