Vulnerable and At-Risk Youth

Practical legal education is especially valuable to young parents, youth in the juvenile justice system, youth aging out of foster care, and other vulnerable populations. Street Law specializes in programs and curricula that educate at-risk youth about their rights and responsibilities under the law.

In the News

Helping Kids Help Themselves

December 24, 2007 In this edition of Justice Talking, Street Law's Save Our Streets program is featured and the impact of the Gault decision on juvenile justice over the last 40 years is examined. Read more

Legal options offered to teen parents

March 28, 2006 It is said that knowledge is power. Gregory Meyers, managing attorney for the Legal Aid Society of Hawaii Kaua'i office, is aiming to arm teenage girls who are also parents with tools he said will help them strengthen their families. Read more

Parents and the Law

April 1, 2005 We were “blown away” by the impact of the law on family health, marriage, relationships, child rearing, employment, and even the consumption of goods and services. Before the training, we had not realized how much the law affects every aspect of family life. Read more

Teaching Law as a Life Skill

November 1, 2004 Not all young people make a smooth and successful transition into adulthood. When faced with difficult circumstances, some young people drop out of school, abuse drugs, participate in criminal activity, or become violent toward others or themselves. In the face of adversity, why do some youth go on to become productive workers, parents, neighbors, and citizens while others do not? Read more