‘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
‘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
‘Spend time with me’: Children and young people’s experiences of COVID-19 and the justice system
This report shares findings from research undertaken by CYCJ gathering the views of children and young people with experience of the justice system on COVID-19
“Between a rock and a hard place”: Responses to Offending in Residential Childcare
There is current and ongoing concern regarding the potential criminalisation of looked after young people. To address these issues, CYCJ undertook a study which aimed to: gather
2018 CYCJ Stakeholder Survey Report
The CYCJ Stakeholder Survey takes place every two years, in order to ensure that the work we do (such as our training, events and research)
A Story of Youth Justice in Scotland
A Story of Youth Justice in Scotland The Centre for Youth & Criminal Justice has produced a new resource to help people better understand youth crime
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
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
Adverse Childhood Experiences in children at high risk of harm to others. A gendered perspective.
This paper documents the prevalence of Adverse Childhood Experiences in a sample of 130 young people aged under 18 who present high levels of risk
Age of Criminal Responsibility (Scotland) Bill – CYCJ’s response
The Age of Criminal Responsibility (Scotland) Bill was introduced in the Scottish Parliament on 13 March 2018. The main purpose of the Bill is to
