Racial and Ethnic Disparities

During this call held on June 27, 2024, Administrator Ryan highlighted the new Center for Reducing Racial and Ethnic Disparities, the Pride Justice Research Center, and the Gault Center's new youth defense standards.

Administrator Liz Ryan underscores OJJDP's commitment to pursue racial equity and fairness in the juvenile justice system as the Office celebrates Black History Month. She discusses OJJDP's effort to eliminate racial disparities in the juvenile justice system through its funding priorities and technical assistance provided to states developing plans to increase equity for youth.

OJJDP Acting Administrator Chyrl Jones provided opening remarks at the virtual 2021 National Racial and Ethnic Disparities Conference.