In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Center for Improving Youth Justice (CIYJ) proudly presents
Felice Upton: Planting Seeds to Change Young Lives
Hailing from Montreal, Quebec, Canada, Felice Upton’s journey is marked by resilience, empathy and a
Dana Shoenberg: A Champion for Youth Justice Reform
As we celebrate Women’s History Month at the Center for Improving Youth Justice (CIYJ), we
Candice Jones: Success Will Come but Be Sure to Take Care of You
Imagine a kid accused of stealing a backpack—innocent but on the verge of being swallowed
Velvet McGowan: Adding ‘Care’ to the Juvenile Justice Equation
Her first experience with juvenile justice was as a teenager. Since then, and for the
Laurie Garduque: Place Matters
Laurie has spent her life’s work pulling together juvenile justice leaders and researchers to ensure laws, policies and practices are
Joyce Burrell: Be the Change
The granddaughter, niece, cousin and a friend of many teachers, Joyce understands the difference education
Marsha Levick: Demand a Seat at the Table
A staunch advocate for children’s and women’s rights, Marsha has launched legal challenges all the
Gina Vincent: Strive for Progress, not Perfection
Sometimes the road you’re walking on is not the one you want to be on.
Lisa Bjergaard: Owning Your Integrity
Lisa Bjergaard is pointed to as the longest serving current director of a state juvenile