As a component of the U.S. Department of Justice, the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention’s (OJJDP), primary mission is to support local and state efforts to prevent delinquency, improve the juvenile justice system, and protect children from violence and exploitation. These programs target at-risk youth to provide them with the resources and support they need to avoid criminal behavior. By addressing these areas, the OJJDP aims to create safer communities, reduce juvenile delinquency, and ensure that youth in the juvenile justice system receive fair and effective treatment.
This Juvenile Law Center resource offers guides and advocacy for youth involved in the juvenile justice system, especially related to mental health and the legal system.
Youth.gov seeks to provide meaningful positive resources to ensure the health of youth across America. This includes the mental health, physical health and well-being of youth with systems involvement. This resource guide is specifically catered towards those involved in the juvenile justice system.
