New Directions for Young Women in the Juvenile Justice System.

Maniglia, Rebecca

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ERIC Number: EJ540533

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1996

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New Directions for Young Women in the Juvenile Justice System.

Maniglia, Rebecca

Reclaiming Children and Youth: Journal of Emotional and Behavioral Problems, v5 n2 p96-101 Sum 1996

Identifies specific needs of girls in the justice system. Through understanding the characteristics of young female offenders, it is possible to tailor programming to meet the needs of this at-risk population. The role of relationships and mentoring of young girls is emphasized. Identifies national model programs. (LSR)

Descriptors: Adolescents, At Risk Persons, Correctional Institutions, Correctional Rehabilitation, Delinquency Causes, Delinquency Prevention, Empowerment, Females, Helping Relationship, Juvenile Justice, Mentors, Rehabilitation Programs, Role Models, Sex Bias

Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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Note: Special theme issue on "Courage for Troubled Girls."