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The Supreme Court is hearing a major trans-rights case today. Its decision should be simple.
The Supreme Court is hearing a major trans-rights case today. Its decision should be simple.
The court has a chance to stand up for trans youth in hearing landmark U.S. v. Skrmetti case
National Center for Youth Law
Dec 4
On the eve of World Children’s Day, New York Times asks ‘What’s Killing Kids?’
On the eve of World Children’s Day, New York Times asks ‘What’s Killing Kids?’
Report examines recent uptick in childhood death rate, as international community calls for increased support
National Center for Youth Law
Nov 22
National Center for Youth Law vows to protect the rights of children & youth
National Center for Youth Law vows to protect the rights of children & youth
NCYL Executive Director Shakti Belway responds to this week’s election results
National Center for Youth Law
Nov 7
‘Voting is an act of patriotism’: Why it’s critical that young people use their ballot
‘Voting is an act of patriotism’: Why it’s critical that young people use their ballot
Members of the Youth Advisory Board for NCYL’s Reproductive Health Equity Project for Foster Youth (RHEP) on why voting matters
National Center for Youth Law
Nov 1
CDC sounds alarm: ‘School discipline is an urgent public health problem’
CDC sounds alarm: ‘School discipline is an urgent public health problem’
Pair of national studies align with findings of NCYL’s ‘Lost Instruction’ report on California schools
National Center for Youth Law
Oct 25
Youth Justice Action Month: Young people deserve better
Youth Justice Action Month: Young people deserve better
Young people are still being locked up. Here’s how we’re supporting alternatives that prioritize the well-being of youth and communities.
National Center for Youth Law
Oct 17
Indigenous Peoples’ Day: The fight for equity continues
Indigenous Peoples’ Day: The fight for equity continues
We must break cycles of violent and dehumanizing policies against Native youth, families and communities
National Center for Youth Law
Oct 11
Let’s take collective action to end youth suicide
Let’s take collective action to end youth suicide
As National Suicide Prevention Month comes to an end, we must stay vigilant in ensuring youth receive the care and support they need
National Center for Youth Law
Sep 30
When a Latino community in California helped change the course of American history
When a Latino community in California helped change the course of American history
This Hispanic Heritage Month, it’s vital we celebrate & learn from those who came before us
National Center for Youth Law
Sep 25
Speaking up in Sacramento: Teen reflects on YOUTH Day experience in and around California Capitol
Speaking up in Sacramento: Teen reflects on YOUTH Day experience in and around California Capitol
Sixteen-year-old Adrian Tejeda dives into the importance of overcoming nerves, advocating for improvements — and pacing yourself
National Center for Youth Law
Sep 6
Young people share insights from YOUTH Day at the California Capitol
Young people share insights from YOUTH Day at the California Capitol
This month’s advocacy event allowed 120+ community members to speak directly to state lawmakers. Here are some of their reflections.
National Center for Youth Law
Aug 27
Why we must move away from flawed, punitive systems
Why we must move away from flawed, punitive systems
A look at child welfare history & practices in Illinois, where our new ‘Know Your Rights’ guide aims to help spur efforts for change
National Center for Youth Law
Aug 20
Workers are skipping out on L.A.
Workers are skipping out on L.A.
We must shift focus to prioritize healing, for the sake of youth and the adults whose job is to care for them
National Center for Youth Law
Aug 13
No, we aren’t talking too much about mental health
No, we aren’t talking too much about mental health
A N.Y. Times piece raises questions about youth mental health awareness efforts; the truth is we aren’t talking enough about this topic
National Center for Youth Law
Aug 6
Second season of ‘A Flourishing Start’ is packed with powerful insights
Second season of ‘A Flourishing Start’ is packed with powerful insights
NCYL’s podcast features enlightening discussions around homelessness, playtime, cultural connections — and even the ‘Paletero Man’
National Center for Youth Law
Jul 17
New California law helps youth access the mental health care they need and want
New California law helps youth access the mental health care they need and want
AB 665 goes into effect today, eliminating major barrier to accessing care for youth on Medi-Cal
National Center for Youth Law
Jul 1
LGBTQ+ youth deserve to feel heard, safe and supported
LGBTQ+ youth deserve to feel heard, safe and supported
As Pride Month draws to a close, it’s critical we keep our focus on respecting and protecting youth rights and well-being
National Center for Youth Law
Jun 28
Students get no summer break from the impacts of AI
Students get no summer break from the impacts of AI
As technology continues to permeate society, a youth-focused forum this week spotlights this critical issue
National Center for Youth Law
Jun 26
Twelve students, one bombed school: The fight for equality in Tennessee
Twelve students, one bombed school: The fight for equality in Tennessee
How a group of brave students led integration efforts and continues to serve as inspiration as the push for equity continues
National Center for Youth Law
Jun 21
How Juneteenth can help spur a more just society
How Juneteenth can help spur a more just society
Today’s holiday is a reminder of our nation’s troubling racial history — and is also a catalyst for a better future
National Center for Youth Law
Jun 19
CSEC Advisory Board proves the power of lived experience
CSEC Advisory Board proves the power of lived experience
The Board, which welcomed its 4th cohort this summer, provides assistance in combatting the commercial sexual exploitation of children
National Center for Youth Law
Jun 14
From investigation to action: Fighting racial discrimination in Rockford Public Schools
From investigation to action: Fighting racial discrimination in Rockford Public Schools
A ProPublica series highlights NCYL‘s fight to protect students’ rights in Illinois
National Center for Youth Law
Jun 7
The wrong questions we ask about restitution reform
The wrong questions we ask about restitution reform
A new pilot program in Minnesota removes the burden of restitution from youth and promotes restorative justice
National Center for Youth Law
Jun 5
Correcting mistakes: Why we must evolve the way we think about children
Correcting mistakes: Why we must evolve the way we think about children
Shakti Belway, NCYL’s Executive Director, examines how “othering” continues to plague progress ahead of global leader forum in New York…
National Center for Youth Law
May 31
The Flores Settlement: Why it’s important, and what the gov‘t is required to do before ending it
The Flores Settlement: Why it’s important, and what the gov‘t is required to do before ending it
A closer look at the 27-year-old pact, which provides vital protections for children in immigration custody, as Biden Admin. takes aim
National Center for Youth Law
May 22
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