Youth Rights
The ACLU uses human rights standards and strategies to advance social justice in the area of youth rights. We work to protect the rights of youth with particular attention to juvenile justice and equal access to quality education. We focus on ensuring adequate representation, decent care and conditions during periods of incarceration, and other rights for juveniles in the justice system.
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Weekly Highlights October 14 - 17
This week at the ACLU of Maine: We announce the Scolnik Award Nominee, join us in protest this weekend, Know Your Rights, and more!
Weekly Highlights October 6 - 10
This week: Arguments at Maine's highest court, supporting local art and civil liberties, celebrating Banned Books Week, and preparing for the Scolnik Award to honor Mainers committed to civil liberties.
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