Juvenile Life Without Parole in Michigan (with Jose Burgos from Campaign for the Fair Sentencing of Youth)
Welcome back to The Table! In this month's episode, Katie and Macayla are diving into a critical and timely issue: Juvenile Life Without Parole (JLWOP) in Michigan. We’re joined by Jose Burgos from the Campaign for the Fair Sentencing of Youth to unpack the historical context of JLWOP, the racial disparities that define its use, and the status of the pending legislation in Michigan.Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of rape and homicide. Listener discretion is advised.Tune in to learn more about the fight to end juvenile life without parole in Michigan—and how you can be part of the change. Listen today at www.miyouthjustice.org/thetable or wherever you find your podcasts!Related resources:Learn more about the Campaign for the Fair Sentencing of Youth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Diving into Workforce Development for Youth (with Neutral Zone's Lori Roddy and a Special Guest!)
How can workforce development programs create brighter futures for at-risk and justice-involved youth? In this episode of The Table, we explore the power of youth-driven career pathways with Lori Roddy, Executive Director of Neutral Zone, and a special young adult guest who has participated in one of their programs.Neutral Zone, a youth-focused nonprofit in Ann Arbor, provides creative spaces, mentorship, and workforce training through programs like Future Corps, a 10-year transitional initiative designed to help young people successfully navigate adulthood. We also discuss how Michigan’s expanded Child Care Fund can support programs like these, ensuring more young people have access to career opportunities and community-based support.Tune in for an inspiring conversation at www.miyouthjustice.org/thetable or wherever you find your podcasts!Related resources:Learn more about Neutral Zone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Second Chances: Navigating Youth Re-Entry in Michigan (with Dr. Paul Elam from the Michigan Public Health Institute!)
In this episode of The Table, we dive into the challenges and opportunities surrounding youth re-entry in Michigan. How do young people transition back into their communities after time in a detention or residential facility? What support systems are in place to help them succeed?Joining us is Dr. Paul Elam from the Michigan Public Health Institute (MPHI) to discuss their Juvenile Re-Entry Program. Tune in as we unpack the importance of wraparound services, the role of community-based care, and how recent juvenile justice reforms in Michigan are shaping the future of youth re-entry. Plus, hear Dr. Elam’s insights on what more needs to be done to ensure every young person has a fair chance at a fresh start.Listen now at www.miyouthjustice.org/thetable or wherever you find your podcasts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Table Returns for Season 4!
We are thrilled to bring you a brand new season of The Table! This season, Macayla and Katie will dive even further into conversations surrounding juvenile justice efforts, and the inspiring advocates behind them. Topics range from hearing a powerful success story from a workforce development program alum to learning what makes an effective re-entry program for justice-impacted youth and more! Each episode will offer a new perspective on ways we can support our young people across the state.We invite you to listen to our premiere episode, as Macayla and Katie reflect on the topics discussed during Season 3 of The Table. Later in the episode, listeners will hear from Jen Peacock, MCYJ’s Policy Director, and Denita Dorsey, MCYJ’s Outreach and Advocacy Manager, as they give exciting updates about current projects at MCYJ.Listen now at www.miyouthjustice.org/thetable or wherever you find your podcasts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A Very Special Juvenile Justice Episode
We’ve got a very special episode of The Table that you don’t want to miss! This month, Macayla and Katie offer an exclusive update on what’s in store for MCYJ in the coming months. Plus, we’re thrilled to have Denita Dorsey, Outreach and Advocacy Manager, joining us to offer a dive deep into our first Voices of Youth Justice fellowship program. Listen now at www.miyouthjustice.org/thetable or wherever you find your podcasts!Visit our website to learn more about our work Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to The Table, where we discuss issues of youth justice in Michigan and occasionally nationwide. New episodes of The Table will be released on the first of the month. Each episode may be a bit different than the last, as we discuss current issues, reports, and maybe even host a guest here and there. The Table can be found wherever you listen. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe. If you'd like to donate to support our work, please go to miyouthjustice.org/donate. And again, welcome to The Table.Intro and Outro music is Wasted Education by Blue Topaz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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