Transformation of Youth Justice Symposium

June 18 – 20, 2025 • San Diego Marriott La Jolla Hotel

AT A GLANCE

Join Us in San Diego for the Transformation of Youth Justice Symposium!

On June 18-20, 2025, in vibrant San Diego, California, the RFK National Resource Center will host a dynamic 2.5-day National Symposium designed for multi-disciplinary professionals and youth-serving stakeholders committed to advancing youth justice transformation. This unique event offers opportunities to learn, connect, and contribute to a national movement dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families through transformative practices.

The 2025 Transformation of Youth Justice Symposium will present a range of evidence-informed and research-backed reforms that participants can adapt and implement within their own communities. With an emphasis on collaboration and peer learning, attendees will have opportunities to engage with experts and on-the-ground leaders about challenges and strategies that lead to measurable, sustainable, and replicable policy and practice change. The event will also feature perspectives from emerging leaders and advocates with lived experience. Learn more about featured topics!

Event Registration

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When and Where Will the Transformation of Youth Justice Symposium be Held?

DATES:

June 18 – 20, 2025

LOCATION:

San Diego Marriott La Jolla Hotel
4240 La Jolla Village Drive
La Jolla, CA 92037

Information on the hotel room block and reservation details will be added soon.

What Will I Learn at the Transformation of Youth Justice Symposium?

Each day of the 2.5-day event will feature impactful plenary and interactive sessions that explore the latest challenges and advancements in youth justice. Additionally, over 30 specialized workshops and learning sessions will delve into a variety of topics impacting youth, families, and youth-serving systems throughout the nation. Featured topics include:

  • Call to Action: Applying Best Practices for Successful Transformation of Youth Justice
  • Probation and Youth Justice System Review – Reporting on Positive Impact
  • Dual Status Youth Initiatives – Applying Core Principles, Practices, and Evaluation
  • Diversion & Deflection
  • Reducing and Eliminating Racial & Ethnic Disparities
  • Growth-Focused Youth Justice Case Management (GFCM)
  • Adolescent Brain Science in Practice
  • Addressing Active Trauma Symptoms and Providing Effective Care
  • Effective and Consistent Application of Screening, Assessment, and Responsivity Approaches
  • Support for Commercially Sexually Exploited Children (CSEC)
  • Best Practices for Emerging Adults
  • Credible Messengers / Youth Advocacy
  • Roles of Attorneys in Effective Youth Justice Practice
  • Competency Proceedings in Youth Justice
  • Family Voice and Engagement, and much more

Who Should Attend?

This event is designed for a variety of professionals and stakeholders — both multidisciplinary teams and individual participants are encouraged to attend! The Symposium’s audience will include:

  • Juvenile Justice and Child Welfare Directors
  • Probation and Court Service Directors
  • Judges
  • Social Workers
  • Probation Counselors and Managers
  • Attorneys and Court Personnel (Prosecution, Public Defenders, Guardians Ad Litem, CASA, etc.)
  • Educational Staff and Advocates
  • Behavioral Health Providers and Clinicians
  • Federal, State, and Local Policy Makers and Advocates
  • … among others!

I Have More questions, Who Should I Contact?

Please contact Sorrel Lewis at solewis@rfkcommunity.org.