Early and Effective Intervention – Framework of Core Elements
Core elements for Early and Effective Intervention (EEI) have been available since 2015. This updated version for June 2021 was commissioned by the Advancing Whole
Children in conflict with the law: An intervention planning approach
This resource by the Children and Young People’s Centre for Justice (CYCJ) outlines an intervention planning approach to reducing harm and improving outcomes for children
ACEs, Distance and Sources of Resilience
‘ACEs, Distance and Sources of Resilience’ shares findings from CYCJ’s 2019 secure care census, which measured the prevalence of a range of life experiences encountered
Harmful sexual behaviours by children
Research in 2017 identified a 5% increase in recorded sexual offending in Scotland and indicated this increase was linked to a growth in online sexual
Age of Criminal Responsibility: Children and Young People’s Views
This report shares findings from a survey, conducted by Beth-Anne Logan and Fiona Dyer of the Children and Young People’s Centre for Justice (CYCJ), which
‘Not cut out for prison’: Depriving children of their childhood
This articles explores the data about remand in Scotland and the human rights experiences of children on remand. It also reflects on why such a
Use and impact of bail and remand in Scotland with children
This report shares findings from a small nationwide study of the use of bail and remand with children in Scotland, undertaken by CYCJ to develop
ACES, Places and Status: Results of the 2018 Scottish Secure Care Census
This report, written by Ross Gibson, shares findings from a study by CYCJ that aimed to highlight the prevalence and impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences
Managing risk of harm in the community: A guide for practitioners and managers working with children
We know that meeting the needs of children who pose a risk of serious harm to themselves or others, whilst upholding their rights and managing
‘Rights Respecting? Scotland’s approach to children in conflict with the law’ – Child friendly version
To make our report ‘Rights Respecting? Scotland’s approach to children in conflict with the law’ accessible to a younger audience, we have designed a child
