The Social Justice School Program aims to empower middle and high school age youth in communities across Connecticut through education on key social issues affecting youth today. The Tow Youth Justice Institute (TYJI) at the University of New Haven leverages the expertise of and partnerships with youth justice stakeholders throughout Connecticut for a program that explores critical topics in Youth Justice, Restorative Practices, Educational Advocacy, Youth Advocacy, and other social justice initiatives.
The Social Justice School Program is designed to:
Introducing Youth to Critical Social Justice Issues
Provide Youth with Strategies for Advocacy and Social Change
Engage Youth in Restorative Dialogue
Educate Youth on Key Social Issues
Foster Youth Leadership
Goals and Vision
The Social Justice School Program aims to empower middle and high school age youth in communities across Connecticut through education on key social issues affecting youth today. The Tow Youth Justice Institute (TYJI) at the University of New Haven leverages the expertise of and partnerships with youth justice stakeholders throughout Connecticut for a program that explores critical topics in Youth Justice, Restorative Practices, Educational Advocacy, Youth Advocacy, and other social justice initiatives.
Impact
Since its inception, Social Justice School has served over 1,000 youth in both Hartford and New Haven.
The program has operated and been offered as a part of summer programming for school districts and community organizations in CT. The programs have been delivered to middle and high school aged youth. During these sessions youth explored topics in Justice, Advocacy, Restorative Practices, and more. Presentations have been provided by expert community partners from:
Local Community Organizations
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Center for Children’s Advocacy
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Connecticut General Assembly
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TYJI- Transforming Youth Justice Program Alumni
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University of New Haven
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Fellowship Programs
SJS presents two distinct fellowship programs, each a unique launchpad for leaders committed to reforming youth justice.
Which path will ignite your passion? Explore our two opportunities, find the one that matches your vision for change, and apply to join the next wave of leaders.
Change Can’t Wait
In partnership with the Connecticut Sun WNBA Team, the Tow Youth Justice Institute at the University of New Haven is excited to launch the Change Can’t Wait Fellowship!
Summer Program
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