The Award for Leadership in Juvenile Justice Reform is presented jointly by NJJN and one of our member organizations to honor advocates who have championed the cause of youth justice reform in their state. These advocates have shown themselves to be true friends to and advocates for youth in trouble with the law, and the award recognizes their commitment to creating a fairer, more equitable juvenile justice system.
Past Award Recipients:
- 2018 -
North Carolina Representative Marcia Morey (D-30) and Brandy Bynum Dawson of Rural Forward NC. Learn more.
- 2014 -
The 2014 Award for Leadership in Juvenile Justice Reform was presented by NJJN and the Southern Poverty Law Center of Mississippi to honor legislators who have championed the cause of youth justice reform in Mississippi.
The 2014 Award for Leadership in Juvenile Justice Reform was presented by NJJN and the Southern Poverty Law Center of Mississippi to honor legislators who have championed the cause of youth justice reform in Mississippi.
- Representative John W. Hines
- Senator Derrick T. Simmons
- Senator Gray Tollison