The Center for Court Innovation welcomes the attention New York leaders are giving Rikers Island in the wake of the inexcusable and preventable deaths that have occurred there this year. Now is the time for swift and decisive action to prevent more harm and commit to the policies that will close the jails on Rikers Island forever.
When children and youth have to go through the justice system, either as a victim of or witness to a crime, it can be confusing, distressing, and even re-traumatizing.
How do we maintain the safety and dignity of LGBTQ+ youth through their mandated contact with city systems—schools, foster care, and juvenile justice? Our Youth Justice Board is seeking to answer that question.
We're proud of the work we do at the Center for Court Innovation and especially proud of our staff. As we mark our 25th anniversary, we're introducing you to 25 people on our team who help us pursue justice and equity, and create safe, healthy, and thriving communities.