Addressing racial disparity in the youth justice system: Promising practice examples
A report by Revolving Doors that looks at good and promising practice examples that address racial disparity.
Child First self-assessment toolkit
The Child First Self-Assessment toolkit is a self-led resource commissioned by the Youth Justice Board, which invites organisations to consider how far into the Child First journey they may be.
Integration in youth justice services in England and Wales
This research focused on the concept of integration; exploring how youth justice services are currently structured, what “integration” means for to service and case managers, and the advantages and challenges of different approaches.
Supporting Care Leavers to Prevent Custody
Published January 2025
The YJB has produced an evidence summary which highlights what we know about care experienced children in custody in England and Wales, and how we can best support these children to prevent them entering custody.
Knife crime: Insights pack
Published January 2025
The YJB Knife Crime Evidence and Insights Pack for is a comprehensive report which informs the basis of cross-sector discussions hosted by the YJB. The pack provides context to the landscape of knife crime by summarising facts, and insights gathered from experts who work with children in the youth justice system
Prevention and Diversion Assessment Tool (PDAT) Evaluation
Expected publication: Autumn 2025
The YJB have commissioned an independent evaluation of the new Prevention and Diversion assessment tool, as well as the accompanying training and guidance. This is a tool designed to be used by Youth Justice Services in the assessment of children who are subject to prevention or diversion intervention, as an alternative to AssetPlus.
Operationalising Child First
Expected publication: Summer 2025
Research to better understand how Child First is being operationalised across youth justice services (YJSs), including how YJB materials are being utilised and the barriers and enablers to implementation. This research will help the YJB to better support services in implementing a Child First approach. This work is being carried out by Crest Advisory. We expect to publish this research in 2025.