Working with young adults in contact with the criminal justice system -
A review of the evidence
New publication and free webinar
Publication
Clinks has published a new evidence review as part of our online Evidence Library. In Working with young adults in contact with the criminal justice system - A review of the evidence, Gemma Buckland from Transition to Adulthood Alliance (T2A), looks at:
- What we understand about the development of the brain in young adulthood
- The implications for young adults involved in criminal behaviour
- The impact of trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences on the maturation process
- The “age-crime curve” and the evidence about growing out of crime
- Implications for best practice working with young adults.
In recent decades, policymakers have become increasingly aware that our legal definition, which treats all people aged 18 years or older as adults, does not reflect the neurological process of maturation. Policymakers across all parts of the criminal justice system have recognised this, although changes in practice are variable at best. There is now a considerable body of evidence on the maturation process and best practice in working with young adults (typically defined as those aged between 18 and 25 years old) in contact with the criminal justice system.
Webinar
Join us on - Tuesday 25 February 2025, 14:00 - 15:00, free - to hear Gemma Buckland discuss her review and take audience questions.
This webinar is part of our “A matter of fact: what the evidence tells us” series, to accompany our Evidence Library, where we give you the chance to ask your own questions of leading academics talking about the latest research on an important criminal justice topic.
Do not miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding and participate in the live Q&A session, facilitated by Clinks and Russell Webster.
Book your tickets here
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