The ICYJ is excited to be hosting our second Research & Practice Symposium! Researchers, practitioners, system leaders, students and faculty, emerging leaders, and importantly - lived experts in the field of Youth Justice will gather to learn how Positive Youth Development is shaping the way the youth justice system interacts with the young people and families it affects. 

Join us for a day-and-a-half of sharing, learning, and growing in our knowledge and practice to effectively make improvements for youth and families impacted by systems of care. Session topics will include (but not limited to):

• How Relationships can aid in Positive Youth Development
• Evidence-Based Juvenile Detention Center Practices
• Growth-Focused and Opportunity-Based Probation 
• Youth Voice and Cultural Competency and Humility 
• Data Driven Decision Making in Reducing Racial and Ethnic Disparities
• Cross-System Collaboration and Developing Partnerships between Youth Serving Systems and Areas of Academic Research

When: October 1 & 2, 2026

Schedule:

•  Thurs 10/1: 8am - 4:30pm Symposium Presentations in Taylor Hall 
•  Thurs 10/1: 5:30 - 8:00pm Reception & Dinner in the Hall of Presidents   
•  Fri 10/2: 8:30am - 12:00pm Symposium Presentations in Taylor Hall

Cost to Attend: FREE!

Register Today: Registration Form

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