Youth Law News

July-September 2008

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Welcome to Youth Law News Online

A message from John F. O'Toole, Director
It is my pleasure to introduce the debut issue of Youth Law News Online. This change from print to online will allow us to deliver news, analysis, and information about issues that affect low-income children more quickly and for substantially less money. We will also be able to significantly increase our circulation, while saving some trees in the process! cont'd...

New California Court Rules Protect Foster Children’s Educational Rights

In January 2008, the Judicial Council of California adopted a new set of court rules that make education a priority at all juvenile court hearings and provide a vehicle for the courts to advance the educational rights of foster youth. cont'd...

Highlights of NCYL's Work

CA Voters Again Defeat Initiative Limiting Minors’ Abortion Rights

California voters rejected for the third time a proposed initiative that would have required minors to notify their parents 48 hours before getting an abortion. Like the two that preceded it, the latest proposition would have amended the state Constitution to remove rights currently guaranteed adolescents. cont'd...

9th Circuit to Hear NCYL's Appeal in Las Vegas Foster Care Case

If NCYL wins, Clark K. can proceed as a class action on behalf of all children in or at risk of entering the child welfare system in Clark County. cont'd...

NCYL Wins Fight for Child Abuse Records in Las Vegas

A federal judge has ordered Clark County child welfare officials to turn over 1,100 child abuse files to NCYL and pay NCYL’s legal fees. cont'd...

Katie A. Ruling Moves CA Closer to Providing Foster Children the Mental Health Services They Need

Federal Judge A. Howard Matz ordered the parties in Katie A. v. Bonta to meet promptly and report back to the Court on how “wraparound” services can be covered by Medi-Cal and properly billed. cont'd...

In Unprecedented Survey, Hundreds of WA State Foster Youth Relate Their Experiences

Despite Very Difficult Challenges, Most Share Optimism About the Future, With High Hopes and Aspirations.
The most extensive single-state survey of foster youth anywhere in the country has been released by Washington State officials as part of the state’s efforts to reform its foster care system. cont'd...

Upcoming Events

Nov. 19-22: Presentation on working with the media to effect social change at the National Legal Aid & Defender Association (NLADA) Annual Conference in Washington, DC, by Senior Attorney Bill Grimm and Director of Communications Tracy Schroth.

Dec. 8: Public meeting of the Braam Oversight Panel in SeaTac, WA, by Senior Attorney Bill Grimm and Staff Attorney Bryn Martyna.

Dec. 11: Workshop on Reproductive Health Access at the Beyond the Bench XVIII Conference: Access and Fairness in San Francisco, CA, by Senior Attorney Rebecca Gudeman.

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At The Center

NCYL Welcomes New Attorney, Fellows, Law Clerks and Intern

NCYL Bids Farewell to Development Director Dan DeVries and Attorney Molly Dunn

Attorney Bryn Martyna is Ultimate Frisbee World Champion

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