Growing a Salad Wall

January 2025 To meet the requirements for a high school diploma in Ohio, some of the children being held at the Youth Detention Center are required to earn Industry Recognized Credentials (IRC). IRC’s are an innovative approach to help high school students become career ready. A variety of career fields qualify for IRC, ranging from …Read More

Youth Center Residents Offer Solutions in Cincinnati Enquirer Op-Ed

The Hamilton County Juvenile Court Youth Detention Center houses children who have been arrested on delinquency charges, and cares for them while their cases proceed through the juvenile justice system. It is staffed by a team of dedicated, caring, and trained professionals, committed to providing a safe, secure, and structured environment. The County partners with …Read More

“Food for our Bodies and Flowers for our Souls”

Pictured: Cincinnati Zoo Horticulture Operations Manager Danny Rupp, Youth Center Director Brian Bell, Cincinnati Zoo Horticulture Manager Steve Foltz Hamilton County Juvenile Court (HCJC) is partnering with the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden to transform part of its outdoor recreation space at the Youth Detention Center into an urban learning garden. A team from the …Read More

Teen Voices Needed to “Break the Silence” & Prevent Teen Suicide

Interact for Health, with partners including the Joe Burrow Foundation, is calling on Cincinnati area teens to help raise awareness about teen mental health and suicide prevention. Specifically, Interact for Health, which works to promote a healthier and more just future for all communities, is asking for 30-second, public service announcement (PSA) videos created by …Read More

Youth Center Art Class Gives Grants to Two Youth Center Volunteer Groups

Children who are held in the Hamilton County Youth Detention Center lose their freedom while awaiting the resolution of their cases. But they don’t lose their ability to learn and grow. As part of the Youth Center’s on-site school, 14 students received certificates in May for completing 125 hours of community service. They accomplished this …Read More