Research and analysis

Exploring the needs of young black and minority ethnic offenders

Research into the needs of young black and minority ethnic offenders and interventions by youth justice professionals.

From:
Youth Justice Board for England and Wales
Published
1 January 2010

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Documents

Exploring the needs of young black and minority ethnic offenders and the provision of targeted interventions

Ref: D115

PDF, 754 KB, 119 pages

Details

This report covers:

  • the research evidence - explaining differences and discrimination
  • patterns of black and ethnic minority representation in the youth justice system (national and local levels)
  • young people, their offending histories and assessed needs
  • young people’s views
  • the views of Youth Offending Team professionals
Published 1 January 2010