What is "recidivism"? Recidivism is the tendency for an offender to engage in repeated criminal behavior. [1] Data from LA County...

As we recognize child support awareness this month, we must also recognize the need for reform. Currently, the policy’s around child...

"Nearly $100 million in state funding that’s supposed to be spent on programs to keep Los Angeles County kids out of trouble with the law...

Two 12-year old boys who attend the same middle school, were playing after school. One was arrested...

CYS is proud to have made the following impact on the community during 2022.

LGBTQ+ Pride Month celebrates love, acceptance, and freedom of expression

Stanislaus County selected a CBO called Sierra Vista Cares, who were eager to begin providing restorative justice conferences.

Meet CYS President and Board Chair, Robert Pullen-Miles!

National Family Month focuses on the importance of good family relationships and the systems of healthy communication they can establish

In addition to an incredibly generous team of volunteers, CYS is lucky to have a staff with big hearts and varied talents.

CYS youth participants often have a talent that is revealed during mediation and provides a springboard for a meaningful restitution.

The story of why Nicole brought a knife to school revealed profound hardships in her life and threats to her well-being.

Currently, the County of LA has a budget of over $409 million to incarcerate just 400 youth. It's time to reimagine what's possible.

The LA County DA’s announcement provides details of the new partnership with CYS to expand use of restorative justice for non-violent felony

Every successful mediation has a turning point....In this VORS case, this special moment came after hours of exchanges between parties...

This milestone measure to promote publicly-supported social reform aligns closely with CYS’s mission of providing youth development and dive

CYS volunteer mediator Jackie Taylor came early to her calling as an advocate for social justice.

Here’s exciting news for all who’d love to support CYS in a new way! AmazonSmile automatically donates 1/2 cent for every dollar you spend.

The Annie E. Casey Foundation (AECF) has selected CYS as its model for promoting restorative justice diversion nationwide.

Earlier this month, CYS gave an interactive video-conference training targeted to juvenile court prosecutors throughout LA County.