Youth Justice: A Critical Introduction

This book offers a comprehensive and critical introduction to youth justice in England and Wales, exploring its development, rationale, nature, and evidence base. It includes engaging features such as 'Stop and think' activities, 'Conversations' with stakeholders, and 'Controversies and debates' to stimulate student reflection and critical thinking. The revised edition includes discussion of recent developments and issues, making it an essential resource for students studying youth justice, youth offending, youth crime, youth work, and social policy.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 358 pages
\n Publication date: 09 July 2021
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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This comprehensive and accessible book offers a thorough and critical exploration of youth justice in England and Wales, providing a balanced evaluation of its development, rationale, nature, and evidence base. It delves into the evolution of definitions and explanations of youth offending, examining the responses that constitute youth justice. By integrating theory, policy, and practice, the book offers a balanced exposition of contemporary youth justice debates, encompassing detailed discussions of governmental rationales, policy developments, practical issues, and an extensive evaluation of critical academic positions.

To engage and inspire students, the book features a range of engaging elements:

"Stop and think" activities that prompt students to reflect on important issues.

"Conversations" that present key themes and issues from the perspectives and experiences of relevant stakeholders, including policy makers and activists.

"Telling it like it is" testimonies that give voice to the personalized, subjective, and contentious viewpoints of youth justice influencers.

"Controversies and debates" prompts that encourage students to question and critique established knowledge and understanding by considering alternative angles.

"Recurring theme alerts" boxes that flag recurring themes in the evolving construction of youth offending and youth justice.

The new edition of this book has been extensively revised and updated to reflect the latest developments in the field. It includes discussions of revised National Standards in Youth Justice, the new "Child First" strategic objective for youth justice, the "trauma-informed practice movement," the impact of coronavirus on children in the Youth Justice System, and the ongoing impact of austerity on policy and practice.

As a vital resource for students, this book provides a comprehensive and insightful introduction to youth justice in England and Wales, equipping them with the knowledge and tools necessary to understand and engage with this complex and important topic.

\n Weight: 712g\n
Dimension: 173 x 245 x 26 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367417796\n
Edition number: 2 New edition\n