WCA Youth Justice Expert Panel on Emerging Adults - Oct 19, 2021
Channel: Westchester Children's Association
Date: 2021-10-22

Westchester Children's Association (WCA) hosted a youth justice expert panel on October 19, 2021 entitled “Improving Outcomes for Emerging Adults in Westchester’s Criminal Justice System.” 18-25-year-olds have very high rates of recidivism and benefit most from rehabilitative, alternatives to incarceration. The free, hybrid event welcomed limited participants to attend in person at Manhattanville College and others to join via Zoom. 

Panelists include:
– Hon. Edwina Mendelson, NYS Deputy Chief Administrative Judge, Head of NYS Office for Justice Initiatives
– Hon. Jared Rice, Judge, New Rochelle City Court and Founder of Opportunity Youth Part of City Court
– Hon. Miriam “Mimi” Rocah, Westchester County District Attorney
-  Ms. Tamika Coverdale, The Legal Aid Society of Westchester County DEI Officer/Senior Trial Counsel 

Advocate Overview by:
- Kate Rubin, Youth Represent Director of Policy and Strategic Initiatives

See more about WCA's work towards broader youth justice at
https://wca4kids.org/issues/youthjustice/

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