We Are Now the Center for Youth Justice!
Learn More!The Center for Youth Justice currently works with jurisdictions nationwide to help them better translate knowledge on “what...
At the Center for Youth Justice at Georgetown University, we bring a rigorous, data-driven approach to improving outcomes...
Our Certificate Programs use a multi-system and multi-disciplinary approach to highlight policies, programs and practices th...
The Center supports the development of leaders in youth justice and related systems of care through our Certificate Programs, Practice Models, and Leadership Networks.
We help them achieve better outcomes for the young people in their care by assisting in the implementation or improvement of a diverse range of juvenile justice reform initiatives that address racial disparities and disproportionality, multi-system collaboration, social service improvement, statutory and court reform, and many other issues. The leaders we train come from across the United States and all over the world, including American Samoa, Australia, Bolivia, Canada, Cameroon, Puerto Rico, Red Lake Nation, St. Lucia, and Thailand.
Contact us at jjreform@georgetown.edu and we will get you in touch with the right team member.
Big Announcement: Center for Youth Justice!
Over these last eighteen years, we have learned so much. We have learned about what it means to lead sustainable and transformative change. We’ve learned about the vital importance…
Brighter Futures: Transformational Leadership in Youth Justice
The executive leadership team of a youth justice agency plays a critical role in shaping the organization’s vision, goals and operations. When members of this team work together thoughtfully,…
Reimagining the Youth Justice Workforce
Front-line staff in youth justice, entrusted with the well-being of high-needs youth, contend with overwhelming demands, resulting in burnout and high turnover. Insufficient compensation, coupled…
