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Justice Department Addresses Court–Imposed Fines and Fees for Youth

On April 20, 2023, the U.S. Department of Justice issued a “Dear Colleague” letter to state and local courts and juvenile justice agencies addressing the constitutional and legal issues and policy considerations related to juvenile and adult fines and fees.

NGA Report Addresses Collateral Consequences for Justice-Involved Youth 

The National Governors Association released "State Strategies To Address The Needs of Justice-Involved Youth Impacted By Collateral Consequences," which explains the repercussions youth often face following release from out-of-home placement.

RESCHEDULED: Register Now for OJJDP's Stakeholder Budget Briefing Webinar

On May 8, 2023, OJJDP will host a Stakeholder Budget Briefing webinar from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. to discuss President Biden’s fiscal year 2024 federal budget priorities.

Apply Now for Youth in Custody Certificate Program 

The Center for Juvenile Justice Reform at Georgetown University's McCourt School of Public Policy is accepting applications for its Youth in Custody Certificate Program to be held June 26-30, 2023, in Washington DC.

OJJDP Invites Young People with Lived Juvenile Justice Experience To Become Peer Reviewers

Are you interested in helping to improve the juvenile justice system? Become an OJJDP grant peer reviewer!

OJJDP Announces New Funding Opportunities

OJJDP announces new funding opportunities for the week of April 17 to 21, 2023.

OJJDP Announces New Funding Opportunities

OJJDP announces new funding opportunities for the week of April 10 to 14, 2023.

OJJDP Announces Second Chance Act Funding To Support Incarcerated Parents and Their Children

OJJDP has released its FY 2023 Second Chance Act Addressing the Needs of Incarcerated Parents and Their Minor Children solicitation.

Coordinating Council To Hold Meeting on April 19

On April 19, 2023, the Coordinating Council on Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (Council) will convene its first meeting of 2023 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET in Washington, DC.

OJJDP Administrator Ryan Discusses Youth Reentry in PBS Interview

In a new video interview posted on the PBS NewsHour website, OJJDP Administrator Liz Ryan discusses challenges faced by youth involved in the justice system and highlights OJJDP’s work to provide these youth and their families with support.

Ryan discusses OJJDP’s Second Chance Act programs, which help youth successfully transition out of the justice system and back into their communities. The Administrator emphasizes the...

OJJDP Announces Upcoming Webinars and Events

Register for upcoming OJJDP-funded youth justice-related webinars on funding, programs, and initiatives.

OJJDP Observes Child Abuse Prevention Month

Join OJJDP in honoring those who work to support children, strengthen families, and increase awareness on how to prevent child abuse. 

OJJDP Announces New Funding Opportunities

OJJDP announces new funding opportunities for the week of April 3 to 7, 2023.

OJJDP News @ a Glance, March/April 2023

The Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) announces the availability of OJJDP News @ a Glance, March/April 2023.

OJJDP Announces Job Opening for Grants Management Specialist

OJJDP is seeking to hire a Grants Management Specialist to join their team. Apply by April 10, 2023.

April is Second Chance Month!

Join OJJDP and the Bureau of Justice Assistance in supporting second chances and celebrating new beginnings.

OJJDP Announces New Funding Opportunities

OJJDP announces new funding opportunities for the week of March 27 to 31, 2023.

Department of Labor Announces Awards To Support Work Programs for Rural Youth

The Department of Labor (DOL) announced $15 million in grant awards to support programs that help underserved youth in rural communities overcome barriers to educational and workforce success.

OJJDP Announces Upcoming Second Chance Month Events

Register for upcoming youth justice-related webinars on funding, programs, and initiatives.

OJJDP Announces Job Opening for Grants Management Specialist

Join our team! OJJDP works with national, state, local, and Tribal organizations to prevent delinquency, improve the juvenile justice system, and protect children.

OJJDP Announces Upcoming Solicitation Webinars

Register for upcoming youth justice-related webinars on funding, programs, and initiatives.

OJJDP Announces Upcoming Webinars and Events

Register for upcoming OJJDP-funded youth justice-related webinars on funding, programs, and initiatives.

OJJDP Announces Upcoming Webinars and Events

Register for upcoming OJJDP-funded youth justice-related webinars on funding, programs, and initiatives.

OJJDP Announces New Funding Opportunities

OJJDP announces new funding opportunities for the week of March 20 to 24, 2023.

OJJDP Announces New Funding Opportunities

OJJDP announces new funding opportunities for the week of March 13 to 17, 2023.