Juvenile In Justice and Health: Pathways for Transformation, Healing, and Racial Equity

This talk will provide an overview of the U.S. juvenile legal system, focusing on the public health and policy contexts that shape the experiences and health outcomes of youth. It will explore pathways and perspectives on reform versus transformation of the juvenile legal system, offering actionable strategies to advance health equity and support the well-being of the millions of young people impacted by the U.S. carceral system each year.