Topics Related to Juvenile Justice

Reentry Simulations Offer Life Lessons for Youth

A young man approaches a car dealership after carefully weighing his monthly expenses. He’s got a good job and decent credit, and has budgeted for all the necessities – housing, utilities, groceries and health insurance. He’s also signed up for a premium phone plan, set aside money for a nice vacation and picked up a few streaming service subscriptions along the way.

‘The Stars Aligned’: From Internship to Career in Juvenile Justice

Former NCDPS intern Kaylee Market followed her internship with a full-time position in the department.

Próximo lunes: Reunión del Consejo Asesor del Gobernador para la Seguridad y el Bienestar Estudiantil

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Se extiende una cordial invitación a los medios de comunicación para asistir a la reunión del Consejo Asesor del Gobernador para la Seguridad y el Bienestar Estudiantil, a realizarse el próximo lunes 17 de noviembre, en Raleigh.

Juvenile Escapes While at Medical Appointment

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The Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention reports that a juvenile from Cabarrus Juvenile Detention Center has escaped from custody while at a medical appointment.  

Gov. Josh Stein Promotes Safe Firearm Storage During NC S.A.F.E. Week of Action

Governor Josh Stein joined Deputy Secretary William Lassiter, Elizabeth City Police Chief Eddie Graham Jr, and gun safety proponents to highlight NC S.A.F.E.’s (Secure All Firearms Effectively) Week of Action and call for safe firearm storage.

Este jueves, reunión del Comité Asesor del Gobernador para la Seguridad y el Bienestar Estudiantil

Se invita a los medios de comunicación a asistir a la reunión, vía Internet, del Comité Asesor del Gobernador para la Seguridad y el Bienestar Estudiantil, este jueves 8 de mayo.

Meeting of the Governor’s Advisory Council for Student Safety and Well-Being Scheduled for Thursday

Members of the media are invited to attend the virtual-only meeting of the Governor’s Advisory Council for Student Safety and Well-Being on Thursday, May 8.

Youth Development Centers Celebrate Second Chance Month

Reentry 2030 aims to help communities create a network of care to address barriers to employment, education, housing and more that the formerly incarcerated face upon reentry. JJDP is participating in both initiatives by hosting a series of reentry simulations throughout the state.

Juvenile Justice dashboard highlights statewide, local data trends

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Williams Named Director at New Hanover Regional Juvenile Detention Center

Keonya M. Williams has been named director at New Hanover Regional Juvenile Detention Center in Castle Hayne. Williams began her career with the Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention in 2021 as a youth counselor technician after working as a program leader at Camp Lejune for 11 years.