Youth Justice Network was founded in 1990, at the alternative high school on Rikers Island, to address the disproportionate incarceration of young people of color and support them as they returned home. YJN’s mission is to break cycles of incarceration and build a more equitable justice system. For more than 30 years, YJN has supported young people whose lives intersect with NYC jails and justice systems by providing them with individualized advocacy, mentorship, and opportunities to grow, thrive, and lead.

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Youth Justice Network

Youth Justice Network's headquarters in New York, NY, United States

Neil Callahan

Christine Pahigian

This department focuses on providing support and developmental programs for young individuals.

Youth Services

The Advocacy and Support Services team at Youth Justice Network provides individualized advocacy, mentorship, and support for young people involved with NYC jails and justice systems. They work closely with the youth to facilitate their reintegration into the community, addressing educational, emotional, and social needs to help them grow, thrive, and avoid re-incarceration. Through their efforts, the team aims to disrupt the cycles of incarceration and contribute to a more equitable justice system.

Advocacy and Support Services

The Program Management Team at Youth Justice Network oversees the planning, implementation, and evaluation of YJN’s core initiatives designed to support young individuals affected by the justice system. This team ensures the successful operation of programs like Friends To Fathers and Family Matters, coordinates transitional services, and fosters community partnerships to promote equity in the justice system. Team members collaborate to provide individualized advocacy and mentorship, helping participants to grow, thrive, and lead in their communities.

Program Management Team

This department manages financial operations and administrative support functions within the organization.

Administration and Finance

This department focuses on enhancing career growth and professional development opportunities for individuals.

Career Development

This department focuses on analyzing and assessing data to inform decision-making and improve health outcomes.

Youth Justice Network

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Teams

Youth Services

Advocacy and Support Services

Program Management Team

Administration and Finance

Career Development

Data and Evaluation

Offices

Youth Justice Network

Org chart

Teams

Youth Services

Advocacy and Support Services

Program Management Team

Administration and Finance

Career Development

Data and Evaluation

Offices

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