Statement on fears of youth crime
In response to ongoing reports concerning incidents of crime among youth across Louisiana, youth and families of FFLIC issued the following statement: Youth can be prone to making mistakes, and some […]
“What Is Life?” by Desmonde F.
Families and Friends of Louisiana’s Incarcerated Children (FFLIC) is committed to uplifting the voices of youth in advancing narrative change and transforming the youth justice system into a holistic model […]
Statement following multiple reports of violence against youth held in Angola
Following multiple reports of violence against youth held in Angola, including guards hitting and macing incarcerated young people, Families and Friends of Louisiana’s Incarcerated Children (FFLIC) Executive Director Gina Womack […]
Take The Resources Out of School Resource Officers
The latest report card is in, and Louisiana is failing its children across the board. Louisiana ranks 49th in the nation for overall children’s well-being, according to The Annie E. […]
Statement on OJJ’s decision to not accept any more youth into their care
In response to a letter from the Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) to Louisiana Juvenile Court judges stating that OJJ cannot accept any more youth into their care, Gina Womack, […]
Joint Statement on Rampant Abuses at Ware Youth Center
The New York Times recently released an investigative report on the systemic failures and ignored abuse running rampant within Ware Youth Center – which has led to a surge in […]