The University of Michigan Program Evaluation Group, in collaboration with MAFCA and MJDA, presents the final evaluation report on the implementation of the MJJAS/OYAS-DET screener across Michigan. This report analyzes the impact of the “Michigan Justice for Kids and Community” legislation on detention decision-making, offering key findings and practitioner recommendations.
Lapeer County Juvenile Court has taken a hands-on, restorative approach by partnering with the City of Lapeer Parks & Recreation.
Join us for the MAFCA 2025 Fall Conference in Bay City! Download the conference registration PDF below. Return the form with payment to: Chris DulacMAFCA
MAFCA recently honored Chief Justice Elizabeth Clement with an award acknowledging her impactful leadership in Michigan’s juvenile justice reform efforts and expressed gratitude as she transitions to her new role at NCSC.
Discover why the long-debunked ‘Broken Windows’ theory of policing persists and explore its implications for juvenile justice reform in our courts.
Collaboration Meeting The MJDA, JJAM, and MAFCA Executive Boards are meeting together in Lansing on May 12. The discussion will include finding ways to support and
Due to the pending winter storm (significant ice and snow), we have made the decision to cancel the in-person conference scheduled in Grand Rapids this
2023 Training Sessions for the MJJAS assessment system have been announced. Continue to see when and how to register.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says she is moving to address the crisis-level shortage of beds in residential facilities for kids in Michigan’s juvenile justice and child welfare systems.
Download and read the report by The Sentencing Project to learn more.
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