As the work continues, we’ll spotlight different areas of research on this page through blog posts and articles.
In this spotlight series, we’ll explore the process of rediscovering these lost graves and lives, leveraging resources, pushing for change, and what we can learn from this dark chapter in our history.
Panel Spotlight: The Forgotten Children of Youth Justice’s Past
August 6th, 2026
Aligning with recent news stories from the Washington Post (At least 230 Black boys died in jail. Their families want answers — and justice) and Maryland Matters (Commission to assess tragedy…
This is Big! Our September 10th National Forum Will Feature an Author Interview with Tananarive Due!
August 3rd, 2026
We are so excited to announce that Tananarive Due, winner of an American Book Award and an NAACP Image Award, will be joining us for an author interview at our upcoming America’s Youth Justice Story…
Explore the Past, Present, and Future of America’s Youth Justice Story with Us!
July 16th, 2026
Announcing three session titles for our upcoming 2026 Janet Reno Forum! We are pleased to announce the session titles of three of the panels we will be exploring in “America’s Youth Justice…
