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‘How Can We Be Kids in America’?

“To protect and to serve does not mean to preserve those in power. It does not mean to attack the innocent, nor does it mean to ambush the voiceless.” hose wise words were not written by a seasoned public official or community advocate. They appeared in an essay written by 16-year old student…

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‘Stunned for Life’: The Use and Abuse of TASERs on Children and Youth

TASERs are frequently being used by police on children and youth who are in distress or emotional crisis and, as a result, are exacerbating their trauma, according to the latest report from Strategies for Youth (SFY), a national nonprofit policy and training organization dedicated to improving police/youth interactions and reducing disproportionate minority contact.

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Improving Law Enforcement/Youth Interactions in Times of Crisis

How is the current COVID-19 pandemic is impacting youth and their families? Experts provide recommendations for positive law enforcement response.

The webinar took place on April 21, 2020. Click the button below to watch the video and see the supporting materials.

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