Watchmen – Community Talks Library
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While parents and caregivers raising children with mental health, emotional and behavioral challenges continue to struggle with the question of whether or not to treat their children with psychotropic medication, NJPC is committed to providing them with appropriate education and … Continued
PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS PLEASE PARTICIPATE
The New Jersey Parents Caucus (NJPC) is conducting an online research study about children’s mental health diagnoses. We hope to better understand the experiences of our children during this difficult time. Your participation involves completing an online questionnaire which will … Continued
Familes’ Coalition of Justice Involved Youth
Open to parents, caregivers, and family of youth involved in the justice system interested in reforming the juvenile justice system in New Jersey. Registration is recommended, as food will be served. Learn More…
OJJDP Releases Youth Hate Crimes & Identity-Based Bullying Prevention Curriculum
From the JuvJust OJJDP News Service: “OJJDP has released the “Youth Hate Crimes & Identity-Based Bullying Prevention Curriculum.” The curriculum is designed to help youth build protective factors, change the attitudes and behavior of those youth who commit hate crimes, … Continued
OJJDP Administrator Video Highlights 50th Anniversary of the JJDPA
A new video has been released in which OJJDP Administrator Liz Ryan describes the significance and necessity of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act (JJDPA) in light of its 50th anniversary. Watch the video here.
Applications Open for OJJDP’s Spring 2025 Student Internship Program
From the office of Juvenile Justice and Deliquency Prevention: “OJJDP is accepting applications for its Spring 2025 volunteer internship program for law students interested in the youth justice and child welfare fields. Interns will conduct legal research and analysis; gain insight into … Continued
Download “New Insights on State Kinship Diversion Policies” Report
The Annie E. Casey Foundation has published a new report regarding increased efforts to prioritize kinship care policies across the states, Washington DC and Puerto Rico. Download the report here.
“Youth Justice by the Numbers” Report
The Sentencing Project has released a new report, titled “Youth Justice by the Numbers.” Read the report here.
Board of Education of the Township of Sparta v. M.N. Court Opinion
A court opinion has been released regarding the Board of Education of the Township of Sparta v. M.N.. Read the court opinion here.
MHA’s Annual Report on State of Mental Health in America Released
The State of Mental Health in America: Download the report: https://mhanational.org/issues/state-mental-health-america
From US Surgeon General: “Social Media and Youth Mental Health”
A new advisory from the US Surgeon General has been released by the Department of Health and Human Services, titled “Social Media and Youth Mental Health.” Read the advisory here.
Senate Committee on Finance Staff Report: “Warehouses of Neglect: How Taxpayers Are Funding Systemic Abuse in Youth Residential Treatment Facilities”
A Senate Committee on the Finance Staff has released a new report titled “Warehouses of Neglect: How Taxpayers Are Funding Systemic Abuse in Youth Residential Treatment Facilities”. Access the report here.
Youth Residential Treatment Facilities: Examining Failures and Evaluating Solutions
From the Innovations Institute at the University of Connecticut School of Social Work: “On June 12. 2024, the U.S. Senate Finance Committee held a Committee Hearing on Youth Residential Treatment Facilities: Examining Failures and Evaluating Solutions. This Hearing was held in … Continued