The Juvenile Law Center’s latest report, “Broken Promises: Futures Denied,” is now available.
Youth advocates and staff with the Juvenile Law Center (JLC) unveiled a new report Wednesday that details unjust experiences and dismal conditions inside the Pennsylvania youth justice and welfare systems.
A report released today gives a rare, firsthand look inside group homes and lockups for youth, highlighting claims of discrimination and the rawness that lingers after violent incidents with staff, being sent to isolation and subjected to sub-par school and counseling.
For years, Pennsylvania has been trying to create a permanent statewide Office of the Child Advocate. Creating this office is a first step toward better protecting youth in Pennsylvania.
Nearly 20 years ago, the murder of 14-year-old Daniael Kelly led to a Grand Jury investigation into her death, looking into how the state’s child welfare system could have failed her.
Hillary Transue, a kids-for-cash victim who spent weeks behind bars over a minor infraction, has become a board member of the Juvenile Law Center in Philadelphia, a juvenile rights advocacy group.
Philadelphia, PA (December 20, 2023) – Today Juvenile Law Center welcomes two new board members – Sarlene Mingo, MSW and Hillary Transue. Read the biography of Ms. Mingo here and Ms. Transue here.
Dear Friends and Colleagues, it is with both sadness and gratitude that I share the news that after nearly 10 years at Juvenile Law Center, Susan Mangold will retire from her role as CEO.
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