CRM 7004G - Juvenile Justice and the Legal Rights of Children

Credits: 4

This course is designed to allow students to examine relevant legal and social policy issues concerning children who are involved in the criminal justice system as well as their families, caregivers, parents, human service workers, advocates, and those in their care. Students will explore and review current child-centered practices for communities and the legal system that have proven to be effective strategies for ensuring the welfare of young children and their families. Through the reading of personal narratives and essays, as well as a review of relevant academic materials and applicable laws, students will arrive at an understanding as to how race, class, gender, ethnic origin, and cultural identity affect child and family well-being and resilience.