Overview

Founded in 1994, CfJJ advocates for a fair and effective juvenile justice system. Our current focus areas include racial disparities, data collection, and reauthorization of JJDPA. We address other juvenile justice issues as need and opportunity arise. Our work includes:

• Collaborating and partnering with community groups, service providers, government agencies, and other stakeholders to improve the juvenile justice system.

• Researching and disseminating information about juvenile justice issues.
• Drafting and supporting legislation and budget items in the Massachusetts legislature.

• Convening forums to discuss juvenile justice topics.

• Advising local, state, and federal policy-makers on fair and effective juvenile justice practice.

• Communicating with media to provide broader public education about juvenile justice issues.

• Serving as an independent source of information and opinions on current issues and proposed practices.