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Youth Justice

New Rights for Youth in Juvenile Halls, Camps & Ranches

Youth Justice

Title 15 Minimum Standards For Juvenile Facilities

Youth Justice

Unhidden Figures: Examining the Characteristics of Justice-Involved Students in Los Angeles County

Youth Justice

Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act in Los Angeles: A Case Study on Advocacy and Collaborative Reform

"Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention Act in Los Angeles: A Case Study on Advocacy and Collaborative Reform," written by CDF-CA in partnership with Anti-Recidivism Coalition, Urban Peace Institute and Youth Justice Coalition, tracks the history of the Juvenile Justice Crime Prevention ACT (JJCPA) in California, and more specifically, chronicles strategies used in LA County to improve community involvement in JJCPA governance and spending. Examining the strategies and impact of JJCPA programs is critical to ensuring that both a county and its Probation Department are in keeping with updated research and wisdom about what works to promote youth well-being and public safety.

LETTER: Apprehension, Processing, Care and Custody of Alien Minors and Unaccompanied Alien Children

New Staff

November 8, 2018 | California

Child Poverty

New Poverty & Health Data: 1.6 Million Children in California Lived in Poverty in 2017

Children remain the poorest age group in California, with 1.6 million living in poverty in 2017, according to American Community Survey (ACS) data released today by the U.S. Census Bureau. Although the child poverty rate declined from 19.9 percent in 2016 to 18.1 percent in 2017, it is still unconscionable that nearly 1 in 5 children live with economic hardship in California – the world’s fifth-largest income and yet among the highest poverty rates of all states.

October 9, 2018 | California

Trump Administration Proposes Radical Changes to Longstanding Immigration Rules That Will Hurt Children and Families

Children's Defense Fund-California Hires Rosa Cabrera to Lead Legislative Policy Work

September 11, 2018 | California

Building California's Future: A Voter Guide to Championing Policies That Improve the Lives of California’s Children

The goal of this election guide is simple: to champion policies that improve the lives of California's children, particularly those who have been historically marginalized. We hope the information will make it easier to identify worthy candidates who understand the challenges facing children and families, and who commit to taking action to level the playing field for California's children, particularly poor children and children of color.