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Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice
County juvenile detention centers do NOT fall under the jurisdiction of the State of Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice. LEARN MORE
New Monarch Youth Center in Lincoln
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Mission
The mission of the Illinois Dept. of Juvenile Justice is to build youth skills and strengthen families to promote community safety and positive youth outcomes.
IDJJ Deputy Director April M. Curtis Receives Award from Casey Family Programs
IDJJ Deputy Director of Programs April M. Curtis recently received the Casey Excellence for Children's Award! The Casey Excellence for Children Awards are presented annually to recognize those who have dedicated themselves to building hope and improving outcomes for children and families impacted by the child welfare system.
The award is a national recognition of the accomplishments of remarkable individuals, especially those with lived experience in the child welfare system, who are working to safely reduce the need for foster care and build Communities of Hope. The award recognizes those who have demonstrated outstanding work, exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication to improving child and family well-being in the United States. Learn more at https://www.casey.org/ceca/
Community Partners
The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice is grateful to the many wonderful community partner organizations and individuals that provide educational, recreational and therapeutic services and opportunities to our youth. The below organizations provide services such as art therapy, restorative justice programs, literacy training, mentoring, tutoring, animal therapy, violence prevention, vocational training, musical theater, peer mentoring, substance abuse prevention, oral communication skills, recreational and athletic activities, higher education opportunities, and more. Click on the logos to learn more about our community partners.
*Partner organizations are still being updated. Email dominique.newman@illinois.gov if your organization is missing from this list.
