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MCYJ at a Glance
The Michigan Center for Youth Justice (MCYJ) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing policies and practices that reduce confinement and support trauma-informed, racially equitable, socio-economically and culturally responsive, community-based solutions for Michigan’s justice-involved children, youth and young adults.
Justice for Kids and Communities
A monumental, comprehensive juvenile justice reform package was just signed into law.
This landmark legislation, a result of recommendations from the Michigan Task Force on Juvenile Justice Reform, aims to expand funding for community-based care, eliminate the majority of juvenile court fines and fees, and expand the role of the Child Advocate to oversee investigations within juvenile justice facilities.
Take Action! Sign A Letter in Support of Juvenile Defense
Join us in ensuring justice-impacted youth have equitable access to legal representation in the juvenile justice system. Learn more about this crucial legislation and consider sending a letter in support of juvenile defense below!
Join Us For An Inspiring Restorative Justice Panel!
In honor of November being Restorative Justice month, we are hosting a free, virtual event on November 7th digging into the restorative justice healing process. Learn more about our guest panelists and save your spot to this powerful event below!
Our Work
