Here are just a few ideas to get started in
taking action now to eliminate the disparate treatment of Latino and
Latina youth in the justice system:
Read this Action Packet
Get to know the facts on how Latino and Latina
youth are treated by the justice system by reading this action packet.
Spread the Word
Share the fact sheets and information in this
action packet with others in your community. Hand out the brochure at
community events. Hang the poster at a community center, school or
neighborhood space where people will see it!
Get Others Involved!
Tell others in your community about the
injustices Latino and Latina youth are facing in the justice system. Ask
them to join with you in taking action!
Reach out to other groups
Connect with groups in your area who may be
interested in working with you.
Organize a meeting
Plan a meeting, invite others, give an update on
how Latino and Latina youth are being treated, share the materials in
this action packet, and talk about what you can do.
Plan a Direct Action Event
Plan a Workshop, “Speak Out Event”, Protest
or Rally to take action.
Speak Out
Start a “speaker’s team” of Latino and
Latina youth to provide facts.
Contact the Media
Ask your local media to do an investigative
story on the unfair treatment of Latino and Latina youth. Issue a press
statement. Host a news conference. Organize a direct action in the
justice system and invite the media to cover your event.
Call Your Public Officials
Tell your public officials you want an end to
racial and ethnic discrimination against Latino and Latina youth.
Start a Youth Justice Campaign
Activate your community by starting a youth
justice campaign! Youth, parents of incarcerated youth, and community
groups are leading justice campaigns around the country. You can make a
difference in your community by initiating a campaign to address these
issues.
