The state bars health care providers from administering “conversion therapy” to any person under 18 years of age. 1. “A youth shall not be subjected to discrimination based on race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.”, Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice Youth Services Policy, Non-Discriminatory Services to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex, Questioning (LGBTIQ), and Nonconforming Youth (April 25, 2017) 587 (N.H. 2018), effective January 2019. Division of Juvenile Justice IMPORTANT MESSAGES FOR VISITING DURING THE COVID-19 EMERGENCY. Additionally, insurance law dictates that “[n]o policy or certificate shall provide coverage for conversion therapy rendered by a mental health professional to an individual under the age of 18 years.” N.Y. Comp. Phone: (608) 267-3905 https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B6RNEF9DYEdYbDdNVHRyWDJGcFU/view, https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdhs/prison-rape-elimination-act-prea-0, http://www.lambdalegal.org/sites/default/files/50_state_survey_licensing_regs.xlsx. PO Box 94604 Columbia, South Carolina 29201 The upper age of eligibility is determined by the juvenile law of each state, which varies. Code 35-150-490 Responsibilities of staff. Policy No. Code tit. Policy No: 04-01, Juvenile Rights and Responsibilities (rev’d Jan. 19, 2016) (Choose “Missouri Juvenile Detention Standards” from the list.). Each licensed center shall have written policy and procedure which addresses and insures the availability of each of the following rights for residents: Personal beliefs/opinions.” “[B]enefits and services offered to applicants and recipients must be provided without discrimination based on race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or other factors, as required by law.” Indiana has policy-based protection from discrimination on account of sex and sexual orientation, but not gender identity or expression, in the care of its juvenile justice system. To be free of harassment because of race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions[. All of the following apply to youth and staff shall require that each youth: Room 807, State Capitol “DHHS complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities; in access to them; in treatment of individuals with disabilities; in provision of benefits, in its hiring or employment practices, or in any aspect of their operations.” ]” § 7-1231.14a. http://humanservices.hawaii.gov/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Policy-4.10.1-Disc-Complaint.pdf, http://ombudsman.hawaii.gov/got-a-complaint/ 5. 405 Ill. Comp. . The law defines such efforts as “any practices by mental health providers that seek to change an individual’s sexual orientation,” inclusive of “behaviors or gender expressions.” Cal. http://oig.legislature.ne.gov/. Nondiscrimination Statement http://bit.ly/2lAduq9, Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice Policy and Procedures Stat. https://www.lambdalegal.org/sites/default/files/legal-docs/downloads/policy_tx_20180806_harris-county-juvenile-probation.pdf, https://www.tjjd.texas.gov/programs/prea.aspx, http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/programs/bro_grievance_guide.aspx, Office of the Independent Ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department Screening for Risk of Sexual Victimization and Abusiveness. Youth shall not be subject to and shall be free from discrimination. Mississippi has policy protection against discrimination on account of sex, but not sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, for youth in the juvenile justice system. “It is your right to be free of physical or emotional injury, neglect, or sexual abuse. (6) Engage or participate in an action that violates or diminishes the civil or legal rights of a client[. South Dakota has no explicit protection from discrimination on account of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression for youth in the juvenile justice system in state statute, regulation or agency policy. 14, § 527.8(d). It also has a nondiscrimination policy specific to upholding the rights of LGBTQ youth in the system. At least 15 states in the past decade have enacted legislation identifying and addressing over-representation of minorities in the juvenile justice system. The following behavior constitutes major misconduct: http://www.state.sc.us/djj/fact-sheets.php#Policy%20Statements State law prohibits “[p]erforming conversion therapy on a person under age eighteen,” defining conversion therapy as “a regime that seeks to change an individual’s sexual orientation or gender identity.” S.B. Additionally, Cook County has a policy specific to upholding the rights of LGBTQI youth in its temporary juvenile detention center. h. Gender identity; and/or “The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services does not discriminate against people because of their age, sex, race, creed, color, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or political affiliation or belief. . http://bit.ly/2iZKu6a, https://djj.georgia.gov/prison-rape-elimination-act-prea, Office of the Child Advocate Detention Screening. Nebraska has no explicit protection from discrimination on account of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression for youth in the juvenile justice system in state statute, regulation or agency policy. Monitoring federal compliance with core requirements of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act (JJDPA). Tukwila, Washington 98188 https://doc.wi.gov/Documents/AboutDOC/PREA/ExecutiveDirective72.pdf, https://dcf.wisconsin.gov/civilrights/complaint-procedures, Wisconsin Department of Children and Families Ann. 48/1-48/30. Fax: (512) 490-7626 Missouri has a Department of Social Services policy-based protection against discrimination on account of sex, but not sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, for youth in the juvenile justice system. Madison, Wisconsin 53708-8916 “It is the policy of the DHS to assure a work and service environment free from discriminatory practices for all department employees, applicants for employment, applicants for participation in the DHS programs, and participants in DHS programs. ), Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections, Administrative Policy/Procedure 324, Ethics and Standards of Conduct (May 20, 2013) Code Regs. Codes R. & Regs. Call us or submit your legal questions online. . Rights for Youth Under Our Care, Custody and Supervision Balanced and Restorative Justice Philosophy R. 016.01.9-5-A & Prof. Code §§ 865-865.2. Ohio has a nondiscrimination policy specific to upholding the rights of LGBTI youth in the juvenile justice system. The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has an ombudsman. Call us or submit your legal questions online, http://dhss.alaska.gov/ocs/Pages/grievance/index.aspx, http://dhss.alaska.gov/ocs/Documents/Publications/pdf/complaint.pdf, https://portal.azdjc.gov/policy/main.aspx, https://dcs.az.gov/resources/resolve-complaint-or-disagreement, http://170.94.37.152/REGS/016.01.10-001F-12040.pdf, https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/Juvenile_Justice/docs/Linked/Youth_Rights_Handbook.pdf, http://www.equityproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/CA.-SF.-Anti-Harassment-Policy.pdf, http://www.equityproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/SCCPD-EP-Narrative-Policy-10-28-13.pdf, https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B6RNEF9DYEdYbDdNVHRyWDJGcFU/view, http://www.portal.ct.gov/DCF/Policy-Homepage/Home/Policy-Index-by-Topic, http://www.ct.gov/shp/lib/shp/pdf/Transgender_Practice_Guide.pdf, https://dyrs.dc.gov/sites/default/files/dc/sites/dyrs/publication/attachments/DYRS-007LesbianGayBisexualTransgenderQuestioningandIntersexLGBTQIYouth.pdf, 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http://www.equityproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/11-10-LGBTQI.pdf, https://www2.illinois.gov/dcfs/aboutus/documents/advocbro.pdf, http://www.in.gov/idoc/dys/files/DOC-JuvHandbook2010DFT3-final.pdf, http://dhs.iowa.gov/non-discrimination-policy, https://www.doc.ks.gov/publications/juvenile/youth, https://www.doc.ks.gov/juvenile-services/supervision-standards/jias/standards/jias-01-110, http://djj.ky.gov/200%20Policy%20Manual/DJJ%20208%20Youth%20Rights.pdf, https://ojj.la.gov/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/B.2.20-Non-Discriminatory-Services-to-Lesbian-Gay-Bisexual-Transgender-Intersex-Questioning-LGBTIQ-and-Nonconforming-Youth-4-25-17.pdf, http://www.equityproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/louisiana-detention-center-policy.pdf, https://www1.maine.gov/corrections/PublicInterest/policies.shtml, http://www.djs.maryland.gov/Documents/Non-discrimination_Statement.pdf, http://djs.maryland.gov/Pages/default.aspx, https://www.mass.gov/lists/dys-policies-regulations, http://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/0,5885,7-339-73970_7701_76675-77286--,00.html, http://www.lambdalegal.org/sites/default/files/jj_michigan.pdf, http://dhhs.michigan.gov/OLMWEB/EX/JJ/Public/JJ1/110.pdf, http://www.mdhs.ms.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/DOC041018-04102018144102.pdf, http://www.mjja.org/resources/publications/, https://cor.mt.gov/Portals/104/Resources/Policy/Chapter1/1-3-20%20Nondiscrimination%20and%20Sexual%20Harassment%2007_27_15.pdf, http://nebraskalegislature.gov/divisions/ombud-filing.php, https://legiscan.com/NV/text/AB180/id/1619954, http://www.dhhs.nh.gov/oos/ombudsman/nondiscrimination.htm, http://www.dhhs.nh.gov/oos/ombudsman/index.htm, http://www.nj.gov/oag/jjc/pdf/PREA_LGBTQI-Juveniles_policy.pdf, https://www.nycourts.gov/ip/judicialinstitute/transgender/220U.pdf, http://ocfs.ny.gov/main/regionaloffices_main.asp, http://www1.nyc.gov/assets/acs/pdf/lgbtq/LGBTQ_Policy.pdf, https://www1.nyc.gov/assets/acs/pdf/lgbtq/SAFEAndRespectedUpdate061417.pdf, http://equityproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/DOP-EPAP.pdf, http://www1.nyc.gov/site/acs/about/partners/JJProviders/CloseToHome/governance.page, http://www.nyc.gov/html/acs/html/advocacy/office_advocacy.shtml, http://www.equityproject.org/resource/ohio/, http://www.okdhs.org/library/news/mk/Pages/comm07202011i.aspx, https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/displayDivisionRules.action;JSESSIONID_OARD=NwnIPsqWayi5Tacvj-j7zcwwqNleBlldjMqZ3WDGVvtUtrVysrzh!479495115?selectedDivision=4294, https://www.oregon.gov/oya/policies/ii-f-1.0.pdf, https://www.oregon.gov/oya/Pages/contact_us.aspx, https://www.oregon.gov/DHS/ABOUTDHS/Pages/gao.aspx, http://www.equityproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Philadelphia-YSC-LGBT-Policy.pdf, http://www.dcyf.ri.gov/docs/dcyf_residential_child_care_regulations.pdf, http://www.child-advocate.ri.gov/index.php, http://www.state.sc.us/djj/fact-sheets.php#Policy%20Statements, https://files.dcs.tn.gov/policies/chap20/20.20.pdf, http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/policies/gap/380/93/gap3809301.pdf, http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/programs/parents_billof_rights.aspx, http://www.harriscountyso.org/documents/PREA/HCSO_LGBTI_Policy.pdf, https://www.lambdalegal.org/sites/default/files/legal-docs/downloads/policy_tx_20180806_harris-county-juvenile-probation.pdf, http://www.tjjd.texas.gov/ombudsman/index.aspx, https://justice.utah.gov/results.html?sa=&q=procedures&ie=UTF-8, http://dcf.vermont.gov/sites/dcf/files/FSD/Policies/76.pdf, http://humanservices.vermont.gov/policy-legislation/policies/01-general-operations-policies/doc051309non-discriminationpolicy.pdf/view, https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sites/default/files/JJRA/jr/documents/JR-Policies/Policy4.60.pdf, https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sites/default/files/SESA/publications/documents/22-1511.pdf, https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sites/default/files/SESA/odi/documents/07-22.pdf, https://fortress.wa.gov/dshs/f2ws03apps/CSTS/, http://dhhr.wv.gov/bcf/policy/Documents/Youth%20Services%20Policy.pdf, https://dcr.wv.gov/resources/Documents/juvenile-center-and-facility-policies/333.00%20-%20Resident%20Access%20to%20Courts%20and%20Counsel.pdf, 120 Wall Street, 19th Floor, New York, NY 10005. “As a recipient of Federal financial assistance, the Department of Family Services (DFS) does not exclude, deny benefits to, or otherwise discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, political beliefs or age in admission to, participation in, or receipt of the services and benefits of any of its programs and activities, whether carried out by DFS directly or through a contractor or any other entity with whom the DFS arranges to carry out its programs and activities.” Kansas Department of Corrections, Juvenile Services Physical Standards: Juvenile Rights Fax: (401) 462-4305 The state also has a nondiscrimination policy upholding the rights of LGBTQI youth in the system. (h) a non-discrimination provision that provides that all youth within the facility shall have fair and equal access to all available services, placement, care, treatment, and benefits, and provides that no person shall be subject to discrimination or harassment on the basis of actual or perceived race, ethnic group identification, ancestry, national origin, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, mental or physical disability, or HIV status, including restrictive housing or classification decisions based solely on any of the above mentioned categories[. Oklahoma Department of Human Services Juveniles’ Rights. (RF 3D-03)”. http://www1.nyc.gov/assets/acs/pdf/lgbtq/LGBTQ_Policy.pdf, City of New York, Administration for Children’s Services, Non-Discrimination – Youth and Families (2008) ]”, La. Culturally competent services refers to a service delivery system that is responsive to diversity and cultural differences related to age, race, ethnicity, gender, and sexual preference. In doing so, Child Welfare workers (including Youth service workers, Child Protective Workers, & any agency contracted by the DHHR) shall not assume all children in care 37, § 351.15 V, § 7515(A)(2) (Scroll to “03.04.09 Prohibition of Harassment and Discrimination Against Youth”), https://www.mass.gov/service-details/dys-prison-rape-elimination-act-prea, https://www.mass.gov/orgs/department-of-youth-services. Juveniles in DYS custody or housed in will be granted and assured of the following basic rights: http://dhss.alaska.gov/ocs/Documents/Publications/pdf/complaint.pdf. Hawaii’s sole juvenile justice facility has a nondiscrimination policy specific to upholding the rights of LGBT youth in its care. http://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/0,5885,7-339-73970_7701_76675-77286--,00.html, Michigan Department of Human Services, Bureau of Juvenile Justice DETENTION CENTER ADMINISTRATION. 15.3 § VI Residential Child Care Regulations for Licensure: General Provisions . DOI link for The State and the “Race-Neutral” Juvenile Justice System. The state has an Office of Children’s Affairs as well as an Office of the Ombudsman. 350 Capital Street - Room 513 https://www.doc.ks.gov/juvenile-services/supervision-standards/jias/standards/jias-01-110. https://humanservices.hawaii.gov/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/DOC005.pdf, Street Address: 1390 Miller Street, Room 209 “B. The Office of the Ombudsman handles complaints against all state and county agencies, but is not juvenile justice-specific. Alaska has an Office of the Ombudsman for complaints against state government, but it is not specific to juvenile justice. . . tit. Clients Rights Handbook (p. 3) Ann. http://humanservices.hawaii.gov/important-phone-numbers/. The Department of Juvenile Justice has an Office of the Inspector General. . http://www.equityproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/louisiana-detention-center-policy.pdf, https://ojj.la.gov/policies-systems/federal-laws/prea/. Residential Child Care Regulations for Licensure (Jan. 22, 2013) Standard No. Wisconsin has statutory protection from discrimination on account of sex or sexual orientation, but not gender identity or gender expression, for youth in secure facilities within the juvenile justice system. “All youth detained in a DJJ facility, regardless of sexual identity, [for example,] Lesbian, Bi-Sexual, Gay, Transgender, and Intersex will not be isolated, harassed, or subjected to any form of abuse, including name-calling due to sexual preferences.” The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services has regional support offices. An official website of the United States government, Department of Justice. The state prohibits persons licensed to provide counseling services from engaging in “conversion therapy” with anyone under 18 years of age. “You have the right to: State-Operated Programs and Facilities: Assessment for Safe Housing Placement http://www.dcyf.ri.gov/docs/dcyf_residential_child_care_regulations.pdf, http://www.dcyf.ri.gov/juvenile_corrections.php, Rhode Island Office of the Child Advocate Rhode Island has an Office of the Child Advocate. 1200 Senate Street, Suite 104 Training and Education. “It is the policy of the Iowa Department of Human Services to provide equal treatment in employment and provision of services to applicants, employees and clients without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability or veteran status; hereafter referred to as protected category.” Lincoln, Nebraska 68509-4604 are heterosexual, non-transgender or gender-conforming and will treat Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, In addition, it is considered grounds for disciplinary or other appropriate administrative action. Phone: (701) 328-2311 (E) discriminate against any employee, juvenile, parent or guardian on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, disability, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, political belief or socioeconomic status[. domestic/sexual violence victim status, genetic information, National Guard absence, national origin/ancestry, political belief, race or color, religion, relationship status, sex/gender (expression or identity), sexual orientation, veteran status, retaliation for filing a complaint or participating in complaint process, and harassment based on one or more of the protected factors listed here or might be added to law periodically.” https://www.oregon.gov/oya/Pages/contact_us.aspx, Governor’s Advocacy Office 8. “In the capacity or identity as a certified residential child care program administrator or certified residential child and youth care practitioner may not . Indiana Division of Youth Services 37 § 345.310(2) TTY: (503) 945-6214 Wis. Admin. Phone: (307) 777-6597 D.C. Code Ann. Code tit. “All facilities of the Division of Juvenile Facilities shall ensure the safety and dignity of all youth in their care and shall provide care, placement, and services to youth without discriminating on the basis of actual or perceived race, ethnic group identification, ancestry, national origin, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical disability, or HIV status.”, Cal. R.I. Gen. Laws 42-72-15 Toll-Free: (800) 642-8589. The law defines sexual orientation as inclusive of “gender-related identity.” 775 Ill. Comp. § 2-1402.73 “II.A.3. Codes R. & Regs. Policy No. Policy and Procedures Manual. The Department of Youth Services has a Support Services Director. PO Box 8916 https://www.dshs.wa.gov/sites/default/files/SESA/odi/documents/07-22.pdf, https://www.dshs.wa.gov/ra/juvenile-rehabilitation/prison-rape-elimination-act-compliance, https://www.dshs.wa.gov/ra/office-juvenile-justice, https://fortress.wa.gov/dshs/f2ws03apps/CSTS/ Civil Rights Nondiscrimination Statement Juvenile rights include: will also adhere to State and Federal Laws related to LGBTQI Youth. Short Term Detention Facilities: Residents’ Rights Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice, Policy # 23.3, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex (LGBTI) (October 30, 2015) Toll-Free: (800) 571-7321 The prohibition against discriminatory practices extends to the individuals, agencies, organizations and institutions the Department licenses.” A resident has basic rights including, but not limited to, the rights in this subpart. The Texas juvenile justice system is designed to enhance public safety while providing rehabilitation for youth in the community and in residential settings. The freedom of expression, as long as it does not interfere with the rights of others or the safety and security of the facility/program or public[. At DYS, you have the basic rights listed here. http://on.nyc.gov/2c9HaFa, City of New York, Administration for Children’s Services, Safe and Respected: Policy, Best Practices, & Guidance for Serving Transgender, Gender Expansive, & Nonbinary Children and Youth Involved in the Child Welfare, Detention, and Juvenile Justice Systems (2017) The law does not define sexual orientation change efforts. Unacceptable resident behavior shall be categorized as either of two degrees, dependent upon the behavior: Learn how to ask for an expungement here. Alabama has no explicit protection from discrimination on account of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression for youth in the juvenile justice system in state statute, regulation or agency policy. it shall be unlawful discriminatory practice for a District government agency or office to limit or refuse to provide any facility, service, program, or benefit to any individual on the basis of an individual’s actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, source of income, or place of residence or business.”, Government of the District of Columba, Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services, Policy DYRS-007, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning and Intersex (LGBTQI) Youth (May 11, 2012) “Employed or contracted staff will not exhibit or exercise any bias or prejudice against an individual or group because of race, color, gender, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, or sexual orientation.” . “The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age.” Race; 18 NYCRR 180.5(a)(6) Toll-Free: (800) 472-2622 . Fax: (402) 471-4277 . (8) The right to receive adequate and appropriate food, clothing, and housing.”, Ohio Department of Youth Services, Standard Operating Procedure No. Clint Hanes 10.57.05.03(C) “Rights of Youth. The State Office of the Family & Children has an ombudsman. West Virginia has policy-based protection from discrimination on account of sex (or gender) or sexual orientation for youth in the juvenile justice system. . The training addresses: http://ocfs.ny.gov/main/regionaloffices_main.asp. f. Disability; New York, New York 10038 New Jersey Juvenile Justice Commission, Policy 13ED:01.02A, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, and Intersex (LGBTQI) Juveniles (August 5, 2013) Where available, we have provided information regarding rights of children in the state’s juvenile justice system even if they are not SOGIE-inclusive. https://files.dcs.tn.gov/policies/chap20/20.20.pdf, Tennessee Department of Children’s Services The state considers it “unprofessional conduct or a ground for discipline” for any licensed nurse, mental health or chemical dependency professional, psychologist, or clinical social worker to engage in “conversion therapy” with a child. There is equal access to programs and services for male and female youth in co-correctional centers.”, Colorado Department of Human Services, Division of Juvenile Corrections, Policy S 13.9, Non-Discriminatory Services to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, and Intersex (LGBTQI) Juvenile (Feb. 24, 2017) Admin. These records stay in a computer system until you ask for them to be deleted, or expunged. https://www.doc.ks.gov/publications/juvenile/youth, Kansas Department of Corrections, Division of Juvenile Services The DOC is committed to maintaining an environment free of harassing, discriminatory and offensive behavior based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability or any other legally protected status.” The OJJDP Statistical Briefing Book (SBB) enables users to access online information via OJJDP's Web site to learn more about juvenile crime and victimization and about youth involved in the juvenile justice system. . The manual shall include: . The law defines conversion therapy as “any practice or treatment that seeks to change the sexual orientation or gender identity of a person.” Nev. Rev. http://www.equityproject.org/resource/ohio/, http://www.dys.ohio.gov/Inside-DYS/Youth-Safety-PREA, Joseph Andrews, Support Services Director Sex is a protected class in agency policy. Except as otherwise stated, the department and any contract provided service and license shall be without regard to age, gender, race, religion, disability, marital status, or tribal affiliation in accordance with the law.”, N.M. Admin. Due to the large volume of counties and municipalities in the United States, we likely have not captured all local protections and LGBTQ+-specific policies. . Md. . The policy and procedures manual shall submitted to the prosecuting attorney or other legal authority for review and approved by county commissioners or other governing authority on an annual basis. PO Box 25352 In the past two years, almost all 50 states have overhauled their juvenile justice laws, allowing more youths to be tried as adults and scrapping long-time protections to help rehabilitate delinquent kids and prevent future . Code of Ethics Cook County Juvenile Temporary Detention Center, Policy 11.10, Advocacy Office for Children and Families, Indiana Department of Correction, Indiana Ombudsman Bureau, Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services, Massachusetts Department of Youth Services, Nevada Division of Child and Family Services. These written policy and procedures shall be reviewed on a regular basis, updated as needed and made available to all detention center employees. ), Connecticut Department of Children & Families, Working with Transgender Youth and Caregivers Practice Guide 2014 (updated Dec. 2014) Washington has a nondiscrimination policy specific to upholding the rights of LGBTQI youth in the juvenile justice system. These services are designed to maintain an offender’s physical and psychological wellbeing and are equally available to all offenders.” Tex. Minn. Stat. Code tit. No facility may discriminate against any youth based on race, religion, national origin, gender, handicap, political belief, or sexual orientation.”, State of Montana Department of Corrections Section 7, Juvenile Rights “OYA staff must treat offenders equally, regardless of race, ethnicity, religious beliefs, national origin, gender, physical or mental disabilities, sexual orientation or gender identity (LGBTQQ). CYFD provides transition services based on best practices that are culturally competent, gender responsive, and built on the unique strengths and resiliency of youth and their families.”, N.M. Admin. 5/1-103. Illinois has a nondiscrimination policy specific to upholding the rights of LGBTQ youth in the juvenile justice system. Listed here and regulatory requirements of all youth in Housing, Bed Program. 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