Writing to Children – A Toolkit for Judges
A helpful reference point for judges when they are trying to decide if and how to write to the child or children involved in their cases.
Author: Family Justice Young People’s Board, Family Division
Challenging Notions of Children’s “Participation” in the Youth Justice System
This article draws upon three studies which critically examined the concept of participation and children’s decision making in pre-court and custody and resettlement settings.
Report on Consultation With Children and Young People on Adoption Regulations
This report details the findings of consultations with children and young people to inform the drafting of adoption regulations that will set out how the Adoption Authority of Ireland or Court will hear the views of the child in his or her adoption order hearings.
Consultations with Children and Young People for the Family Justice Oversight Group
The Family Justice Oversight group, formed by Helen McEntee Minister for Justice, is currently developing a plan for the family justice system for Ireland.
Report on Consultations with Young People Engaged in Garda Youth Diversion Projects
This report details the findings of consultations with young people on Garda Youth Diversion Projects (GYDPs). The key objectives of the consultations were to explore young people’s views and opinions on how
Setting up an Advisory Group for Consultations on the Review of the GYDP
The Advisory Group met five times over the six-month timeframe of the consultation process.
Report on Consultations with Young People Engaged in Garda Youth Diversion Projects
GYDPs are community based, multi-agency, youth crime prevention initiatives.