We challenge laws and policies that systemically criminalize youth of color and poor youth. From the courthouse to the statehouse, we advocate for a Louisiana where children are supported in their community, not locked in jails and prisons.
We provide specialized, no-cost legal representation to children in the justice system and adults who were sentenced as children. We work with every client to address their unique needs both inside and outside the courtroom.
Often when a child is arrested, it’s a sign that another crisis is going on in their life. That was the case for 13-year-old Corey. His family was evicted while he was on probation, making it almost impossible for him to fulfill all of the court’s requirements. Luckily, he had his LCCR team on his side.
Get the latest from the Louisiana Center for Children’s Rights.
Join us on Thursday, April 2nd at our annual benefit event — the Celebration for Children’s Rights — as we celebrate LCCR’s 20-year legacy of changing young lives, and our communities, for the better. We will also be presenting our Diamonique Whaley Champion of Justice Award to Journey Allen, Local Artist and Founder of Spectrum…
By Anjanae Goins The holiday season tells a story of abundance. But for families like mine growing up in New Orleans, it was a season of stretching what little we had. SNAP never covered enough, and my high school job at McDonald’s sometimes determined how much food would be on our table. While other kids…
We met “Keenan” as an 8th grader arrested for simple burglary. He was disconnected from school, struggling with homelessness, and stuck in a chaotic environment. Learn how we helped Keenan to break the cycle.
