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Children’s Services and Juvenile Justice to Integrate Operations |
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Targeting increased public safety and improved outcomes for young people who have been involved with the criminal justice system, Mayor Bloomberg has announced the integration of the City’s Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) and The Administration for Children’s Services (ACS). Children’s Services Commissioner John B. Mattingly was designated to lead both agencies, effective January 20th. . . . |
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DJJ kids open their hearts to U.S. troops in Iraq & Afghanistan and NSD youth make holiday cards & write letters to soldiers stationed overseas |
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Juveniles in DJJ’s non-secure group homes took time to recognize the men and women of the United States Armed Services during the 2009 holiday season. More than 120 kids in detention opened their hearts to our nation’s defenders, making cards and writing heartfelt letters to U.S. soldiers stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan. . . . |
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Master Magician David Blaine Visits Crossroads Juvenile Center |
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On Monday, November 9th at the Department of Juvenile Justice, residents were mesmerized by a visit from the Master Magician and Illusionist, David Blaine. Born in Brooklyn, New York, David Blaine has performed magic on stage for celebrities all over the world, but gave his best performance standing next to juveniles at Crossroads Juvenile Center in Brooklyn, performing street magic. The Magician is known for his mysterious, theatrical style, deep monotone voice and astounding illusions. . . . |
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Residents Enjoy Visit By Wrestling Champion Mark Henry at Horizon Juvenile Center |
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On November 15th the residents at Horizon Juvenile Center in the Bronx received an uplifting message during a special visit. Inspiring WWE Wrestler and Motivational speaker Mark Henry or as he is known, “The World’s Strongest Man”, sent a strong message to the youth. . . . |
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New York Red Bulls and DJJ Sponsor Soccer Program at Horizon Juvenile Center |
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On September 30th, the New York Red Bulls and the Department of Juvenile Justice sponsored an annual soccer program for youth at the Horizon Juvenile Center in the Bronx. Members of the New York Red Bulls soccer team instructed the residents on the sport of soccer, game rules, scoring and techniques. . . . |
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DJJ Creates Guides For Youth and Families to Navigate Juvenile Justice System |
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Children and families to be provided brochures and community resource guides. . . .
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DJJ and Kramer Levin Host Forum on Juvenile Detention |
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On Tuesday, June 30th, The Department of Juvenile Justice and Kramer Levin Naftalais & Frankel LLP co-hosted a forum titled “Juvenile Detention in Focus: Admissions, Utilization and Strategies to Keep Youth Home.” The event was held at the offices of Manhattan law firm Kramer Levin. Kramer Levin partner Steven Sparling and DJJ Commissioner Neil Hernandez provided opening remarks. . . . |
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Promotional Ceremonies For Youth in Detention |
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On Tuesday, June 23rd, the NYC Department of Education in collaboration with the Department of Juvenile Justice held promotional ceremonies for secure and non-secure residents enrolled in Passages Academy. . . . |
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Iraqi Officials Tour New York City Juvenile Detention System |
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On Wednesday, June 10, 2009, a delegation of Iraqi Juvenile Justice officials received a comprehensive tour of New York City’s Juvenile Justice System. As part of the tour, the delegation visited Horizon Juvenile Center, discussing juvenile justice issues faced both, in Iraq and in New York City. The Iraqi officials met with First Deputy Commissioner Judith Pincus and other Department staff members. . . . |
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DJJ Commemorates Pride Month with Roundtable Discussion at Horizon Juvenile Center |
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On Tuesday, June 9, 2009, the Department of Juvenile Justice hosted its annual roundtable discussion to commemorate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer/Questioning(LGBTQ), Pride Month at Horizon Juvenile Center. . . . |
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DJJ Deputy Commissioner for Legal Affairs Participates in Juvenile Justice Forum at John Jay College |
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On Friday, June 5, 2009, DJJ Deputy Commissioner for Legal Affairs, Herman Dawson, moderated a panel discussion for the Juvenile Justice Research Symposium at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. . . . |
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DJJ Testifies Before City Council on the Agency’s Fiscal Year 2010 Executive Budget |
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Commissioner Neil Hernandez testified before the New York City Council on Monday, May 18th, at the Council Chambers in City Hall, discussing the Department’s Fiscal Year 2010 Executive Budget. Council Members Sara M. Gonzalez and David Weprin chaired the joint hearing of the Juvenile Justice and Finance Committees. First Deputy Commissioner Judith Pincus and Deputy Commissioner for Administration & Policy Jacqueline James also represented DJJ. . . . |
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Deputy Commissioner Davis Testifies Before City Council Juvenile Justice Committee |
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The Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) testified before the New York City Council’s Juvenile Justice Committee on Tuesday, April 21, 2009, discussing safety and security in its facilities. Deputy Commissioner for Operations and Detention Jerome Davis was joined at the hearing by General Counsel and Deputy Commissioner for Legal Affairs Herman Dawson, Assistant Commissioner for NSD/SEEDS Stephanie Prussack, and Assistant Commissioner for Strategic Planning Chris Fisher. . . . |
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DJJ Continues To Add To Its Ranks Of Juvenile Counselors |
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On Friday, April 17, 2009, the Department of Juvenile Justice welcomed into its ranks four new Juvenile Counselors who graduated from the Department's Staff Education and Training Academy during a ceremony held at the Department’s Central Headquarters. Family, friends and DJJ colleagues joined the new employees in celebrating the event. . . . |
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DJJ Holds Women’s History Month Roundtable with Marlo Scott of Sweet Revenge |
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On Monday, March 30th, the Department of Juvenile Justice celebrated Women’s History Month with a roundtable discussion on empowerment and pursuing one’s dream. . . . |
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 Agency Mission
The Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) was created
in 1979 by a change in Chapter 28 of New York
City's Charter . . . .
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