Division of Juvenile Justice
The Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) provides education and trauma informed treatment to California’s youthful offenders up to the age of 25 who have the most serious criminal backgrounds and most intense treatment needs. Most juvenile offenders today are committed to county facilities in their home communities where they can be closer to their families and local social services that are vital to rehabilitation.
California began seriously focusing on incarcerated youth when officials laid out plans in 1890 to construct a job-training school. The...
The Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) makes gender responsivity and self-advocacy a priority.
Across the Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ), activities commemorating National Victim’s Rights Awareness Week, April 18-24, allowed youth to participate...
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For youth in the Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) system, employability training is critical to successfully transitioning into the workforce....
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The Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) reported recently retired educator Bruce McGowan passed away April 29, 2021, just two weeks...
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Pine Grove Youth Conservation Camp (PGYCC) Correctional Supervising Cook Barbara Moreau helps feed fire crews and those who stay behind...
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Hilarry White believes passionately in the power of giving back. Reflecting about his work at the non-profit outreach program, Women...
In a word, Oscar Gonzales is tenacious. His experiences at the Chino, Norwalk, and N.A. Chaderjian facilities have helped him...
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As soon as the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic hit our community, the clock began to tick on our ability to...
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