Youth defenders play an enormous role in sparking systemic reform to eliminate institutionalized racism and disproportionate policies against youth of color, in addition to essential individual case advocacy. Youth defenders are encouraged to participate in the legislative process to advocate for more favorable laws for all youth. The legislative and systemic advocacy action plan offered in this section will provide advocates with recommendations for reforms that they can spearhead in their respective jurisdictions.
Available Resources
Sample Legislative Advocacy Briefs
Sample Legislative Testimony
Sample Policy Reports
Developed in partnership with Georgetown Law's Juvenile Justice Clinic & Initiative, the Racial Justice Toolkit provides resources for youth defenders and advocates who are committed to advancing racial justice in court, in policy advocacy, and in their communities.
