Tow Youth Justice Institute

Experience the Power of Hip-Hop at #2025PathwaystoSuccess We’re honored to welcome Hip-Hop for the Homeless, a grassroots collective using music and art to advocate for communities experiencing food and housing insecurity across Connecticut. Founded by educator and community leader Joey Battaglia (also known as Joey Batts), this movement channels hip-hop culture into meaningful impact, from performances to public service. 🌟  This year’s conference experience will feature: • A dynamic live performance • An interactive mural for attendees • A message of resilience and justice through culture 📍 Join us June 10, 2025, and see how youth justice and the arts intersect to drive change. Buy your tickets now! 🎟️ https://lnkd.in/e7Acr2wn 🌐 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dStqNc2E #2025PathwaystoSuccess #YouthJustice #HipHopForTheHomeless #CommunityLeadership #SocialImpact #ArtForChange #CulturalOrganizing #JoeyBatts #ConferenceSpotlight #HousingJustice #YouthAdvocacy #ConnecticutEvents

We’re proud to feature Alyse Lamarre in the breakout session: “Starting Early: The School-Based Diversion Initiative- Early Intervention” Alyse brings the voice of the classroom to the conversation, sharing real, day-to-day insight on how early behavioral supports are helping young learners stay connected, supported, and successful in school. This session will explore how SBDI-E is being implemented at the elementary level and why starting early truly makes a difference. Join Us: 🗓️ June 10, 2025 📍 Connecticut Convention Center Register now ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e7Acr2wn #PathwaysToSuccess2025 #YouthJustice #SBDI #EarlyIntervention #StudentSupport #SchoolMentalHealth #KindergartenCounts #EducationLeadership

This #SecondChanceMonth, join the CSG Justice Center for a webinar focused on effective reentry planning for young people with behavioral health needs in the justice system. Discover practical tools and learn directly from Second Chance Act grantees about developing comprehensive pre- and post-reentry processes. Register: https://lnkd.in/edzTXWgc #youthjustice #behavioralhealth #reentry #SecondChace

Meet Yecenia Casiano: Breakout Speaker for School-Based Diversion Initiative—Early Intervention (SBDI-E) We’re excited to announce Yecenia Casiano as our breakout speaker! Yecenia is a Senior Project Coordinator at Child Health & Development Institute (CHDI) with over 25 years of experience in child welfare and juvenile justice. She leads the School-Based Diversion Initiative (SBDI), Early Intervention (SBDI-E), and Mobile Crisis Intervention Services. A Fellow of the Georgetown Center for Juvenile Justice Reform and member of the Tow Youth Justice Institute’s Leadership Program, Yecenia brings invaluable expertise in behavioral health and systems improvement. 🎟️ Secure your ticket to join the discussion 📲 Download the conference app to explore speaker bios, sessions, and real-time updates 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/e28r3_SJ #2025PathwaystoSuccess #YouthJustice #Leadership #SchoolMentalHealth #SBDI #EquityInAction #JuvenileJusticeReform #TraumaInformedCare

Congratulations to Lawrence Bartley, our 2025 Pathways to Success keynote speaker, on his Peabody Awards nomination for Inside Story, a powerful video series created by The Marshall Project and Scripps. Lawrence Bartley has dedicated his career to amplifying the voices of those behind bars through education and awareness. Inside Story is a series that addresses pressing issues, including wrongful convictions, prison staffing shortages, and the restoration of voting rights after release. Since its launch, Inside Story has been shown in over 1,400 jails and prisons nationwide, making a significant impact on the understanding of incarcerated individuals' rights and resources. Lawrence’s work is not only reshaping the conversation around criminal justice reform, but also empowering those who are often silenced. We are honored to have Lawrence as a keynote speaker at the 2025 Pathways to Success: Trailblazers & Innovators in Youth Justice Conference, where he will share his expertise, personal journey, and ongoing efforts to bring about meaningful change in the justice system. 📅 Don’t miss this chance to hear from one of the leading voices in justice reform. https://lnkd.in/dxHQT8wu #PathwaysToSuccess2025 #PeabodyAwards #InsideStory #LawrenceBartley #TheMarshallProject #CriminalJusticeReform #YouthJustice #SocialImpact #SystemicChange #KeynoteSpeaker #2025PathwaystoSuccess

The "No Place Like Home: Challenges and Trends of Youth Homelessness in Connecticut" breakout session at the 2025 Pathways to Success Conference will serve as a vital forum for understanding and addressing this critical issue. Our expert panel will delve into the complexities of youth housing instability, highlight successful collaborative models, and outline actionable steps for professionals seeking to make a meaningful difference. This session offers a unique opportunity to connect with leading voices and contribute to effective solutions. Stay tuned for panelist announcements! #Collaboration #YouthEmpowerment #PolicyAndPractice #Innovation #2025PathwaystoSuccess

It was a privilege to host such bright and engaged young leaders from Our Piece of the Pie for TOW Cohort Session Nine. Their open and honest discussions about ways to improve our support for youth were enlightening. Thank you for sharing your time and insights with us!

Governor Lamont and Education Commissioner Russell-Tucker announced the state's reaffirmation of its commitment to Title VI compliance, ensuring that all students have access to equitable education. The CSDE stated it already complies with the Act, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin. Ongoing initiatives like LEAP and efforts to increase educator diversity were highlighted. Read the CSDE's letter to the USDOE: https://lnkd.in/ePUritmf

The 2025 Pathways to Success: Trailblazers and Innovators in Youth Justice Conference will host a key breakout session focused on Connecticut's strategic advancements in expanding access to school-based behavioral health services for all students. Key Initiatives to be Highlighted: 🔸 Connecticut School-Based Health Centers (SBHCs): https://lnkd.in/ePzsve7R 🔸Connecticut Behavioral Health, LLC (CBH): https://lnkd.in/erS4N7VC 🔸 Kids In Crisis in crisis TeenTalk by Kids in Crisis: https://lnkd.in/et496jAU Register for the conference to secure your participation. ➡ https://lnkd.in/e28r3_SJ #YouthJustice #SchoolBasedHealth #BehavioralHealth #Connecticut #Education #MentalHealth #ProfessionalDevelopment #Conference #Innovation #Collaboration

This month's TCB meeting features the launch of our Community Voice Workgroup (CVW), which is dedicated to bringing real experiences to the center of our work. Learn about their plans and hear directly from children and family members in the network. Tune in Wednesday, April 16th at 2:00 PM via Zoom or livestream on our Youtube channel: 🔗 youtube.com/towyouth #CommunityEngagement #TCB #CVW #VirtualMeeting