National Center for Youth Law

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Mission

At the National Center for Youth Law, we Center Youth through impact litigation, policy advocacy, collaboration, and research that fundamentally transforms our nation's approach to education, health, immigration, foster care, and youth justice.

NATION’S TOP LEGAL JUSTICE GROUP FOR KIDS, ANNOUNCES NEW LEADER

The National Center for Youth Law has chosen one of its own – and the first woman and person of color – to carry forward the organization’s mission to transform our nation’s approach to education, health, immigration, child welfare and youth justice.

Where We Focus

We advocate and provide direct service with youth in a range of areas that impact their lives and communities. Learn about our work and the most important issues facing youth.

Education

Foster Care

Health

Immigration

Commercial Sexual Exploitation

Youth Justice

Latest News

Read about the latest cases, policies, guides, and events our team is working on with youth to transform public systems and strengthen our communities.

A Flourishing Start: New podcast spotlights early childhood mental health

A solid foundation is an essential step in building anything that's expected to be strong and resilient. This is especially true for young children as...

Landmark settlements mark a turning point in the treatment of children in immigration custody

OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA — Today, the National Center for Youth Law, the Center for Human Rights and Constitutional Law, UC Davis Immigration Clinic, and...

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