What is the Juvenile Justice Coalition?
The Juvenile Justice Coalition is a non-profit organization whose mission is to work individually and in partnership with other organizations to ensure that Ohio’s juvenile justice system – from prevention through involvement with the adult court – works effectively to increase positive outcomes for youth, families and communities. Voices of the Unheard (VOU) was created by these families to lead on this initiative. JJC supports efforts to reduce youth’s involvement with the juvenile justice system that are community-based, research informed, culturally appropriate, and to put all of Ohio’s youth on a path to success.What is the Lift Every Voice project?
JJC considers directly affected youth and families as experts of their own experiences. We
support young people as they develop and amplify their stories through self and communal advocacy. The Lift Every Voice project is a human archive intended to uplift, and expand access to these stories. Through vivid photojournalism and riveting audio interviews, LEV gives agency to the unheard voices of those who fight for justice.
Who runs this website?
This website was created by Destiny Glover and Jovi Soumphonphakdy. Currently, it is being operated and updated by Sophie Gabbay and Frankie Mehmen, two JJC interns. You can find their interviews and bios by clicking here.
