💚 – Supporting Youth with Developmental Disabilities Who Enter the Juvenile Criminal Justice System

Explore the ins and outs of the juvenile system, strategies to replace traditional approaches, and how to get help for youth with developmental disabilities who enter the criminal justice system.

We know that our work is never done when it comes to Transforming the Special Education School-to-Prison Pipeline. But, an important topic that we need to consider is what happens when youth with developmental disabilities enter the juvenile criminal justice system? This 1-hour and 15-minute course in partnership with special guests representing three District Attorney offices throughout Colorado will have you leave this course with a better understanding of:

• The ins and outs of the Juvenile Justice System and what to expect;
• Accommodations for youth with disabilities in the juvenile justice system;
• How to get appropriate help for youth with disabilities; and
• Strategies to replace traditional approaches.

What to expect

• A 1-hour and 15-minute, self-paced, video slide-based presentation;
• Erica Dennison from The Arc of Aurora/THINK+change presenting with guest speakers from three Colorado District Attorney\’s offices: Jessica Radke, Senior Deputy District Attorney for the 1st Judicial District Attorney\’s Office; Sarah Ericson, Deputy District Attorney for the 18th Judicial District Attorney\’s Office; and Kali Roundy, Juvenile prosecutor for the 21st Judicial District Attorney\’s Office;
• Closed captioning in English; and
• Digital Certificate of Completion.

Who should take this course?

• Parents and caregivers of children with developmental disabilities;
• Professionals who work in the developmental disability system;
• Justice professionals; and
• Local law enforcement agency personnel.

This work is made possible through support from the Rocky Mountain Civitan Club, Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council, Arc Thrift Stores, Developmental Pathways, and The Arc of Aurora.

CLE/CEU

Due to the varying requirements of different organizations and disciplines, THINK+change does not seek prior accreditation of educational courses for CLE/CEUs. Please consult the rules of your organization regarding the procedures for receiving continuing education credits. Each course may qualify for up to 1 hour and 15 minutes of CLE/CEU. You will also receive a digital certificate verifying your completion of the course to submit. If you require further verification or have other questions, please contact us.