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Trauma-Informed Juvenile Justice Reform: Reducing Harm While Strengthening Public Safety

Office of the Principal Directorate · Capital Trauma-Informed Care & Policy Group · 2026

Executive Summary

This policy brief explores how punitive juvenile justice responses can deepen harm for young people already affected by trauma, instability, and systemic inequity. Drawing on trauma-informed and evidence-based reform principles, it recommends policy approaches that prioritize diversion, rehabilitation, family support, and long-term community safety.

Briefing Contents

  1. 01Executive Summary
  2. 02Audience
  3. 03Policy Problem
  4. 04Who Is Harmed
  5. 05Why Current Systems Fall Short
  6. 06Trauma-Informed Considerations
  7. 07Evidence Base
  8. 08Recommendations
  9. 09Desired Takeaway
  10. 10Sources & Further Reading

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