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The COVID-19 vaccination requirement for visitors to IDJJ facilities has been suspended as of 1/12/23. Visitors may be required to complete a rapid COVID-19 test when they arrive at the facility. 

IDJJ In The News

WTTW Chicago Tonight- Nov. 5, 2022 

IDJJ & SkyART's Just Us Program

CBS Chicago- Dec. 10, 2021

IDJJ works with StoryCatchers Theatre to empower the youth voices

WTTW Chicago Tonight- Oct. 4, 2022

Youth Art Exhibit featuring IDJJ: "Can You See Me?"

Highlighted Features

Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice hosts states working toward juvenile justice reform- Herald News Lincoln & Logan County, Oct. 2022

Department of Juvenile Justice helps youth become healthy, productive adults- Chicago Sun Times, Feb. 2022

Director Mueller featured on PbS blog- 2021 "Being intentional to reach your potential"