How a Few Words From My Attorney Changed My Life. Read this opinion piece by Cristal Ramirez.
Read MoreVirtual Town Hall for Older Youth in Foster Care
New funding for cash assistance, housing, college and more has been passed by Congress. We invite you to learn more about what new supports are available.
Read MoreDependency Court Backlog Finds Many Los Angeles Children Still in Limbo
Child welfare cases are at a 14-year high months after Los Angeles County’s Dependency Court reopened in June. Families and attorneys are struggling in virtual courtrooms.
Read MoreL.A. County moves to create new juvenile justice system focused on ‘care,’ not punishment
After years of incremental reform, Los Angeles County is moving to dismantle the largest youth justice system in the country in favor of a “care-first” model that would look less like prison and would emphasize emotional support, counseling and treatment.
Read MoreAre you ready to vote?
The last day to register to vote in California is October 19th.
Read MoreCLC’s 30th Anniversary Celebration
This year marks 30 years of excellence in advocacy for CLC. We invite you to join us in honoring this milestone anniversary this Fall.
Read MoreCLC- sponsored bill headed to Governor’s Desk
CLC-sponsored Assembly Bill 1979, authored by Assemblywoman Laura Friedman (D-Glendale), is headed to Governor Newsom’s desk.
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