Kristin Henning: Transforming Juvenile Justice

Welcome to another empowering episode of "Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children." In this episode, Dr. Sheretta Butler Barnes and her esteemed guest co-host, Nicole Peltier Lewis, have a thought-provoking conversation with Kristin Henning, a powerhouse advocate, Youth Defender, Justice Advocate, Trainer, Author, Speaker, and Law Professor. Kristin, author of "The Rage of Innocence," takes us on a profound journey through her career, discussing her roles as a former lead attorney for the juvenile unit of the DC Public Defender Service and the insights gained from decades of championing racial justice for Black youth. The discussion delves into the critical intersection of race, adolescence, and policing, shedding light on the criminalization of Black youth. Henning shares her expertise on implicit racial bias and its role in police youth encounters, emphasizing the importance of training to dismantle systemic biases. As the episode unfolds, listeners gain valuable insights into the journey of writing "The Rage of Innocence" and its potential to catalyze change in the treatment of Black and Latinx children within the justice system. As the episode wraps up, Henning shares how listeners can further engage with her impactful work. Tune in for a compelling dialogue that educates and inspires positive change in the quest for justice and resilience for Black children.Guest details:Kristin Hennings's Racial justice work at the Georgetown Juvenile Justice Clinic & Initiative Website for The Rage of Innocence: How America Criminalizes Black Youth FB: https://www.facebook.com/profkrishenningIG: https://www.instagram.com/profkrishenning/Stay up to date with the Raising Joyful and Resilient Black Children Podcast. Sign up for our newsletter at https://mailchi.mp/whatisblack/newsletter.Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @joyfulresilientblackchildrenReach out to us via email at [email protected].