After years of declining, the number of children, some as young as 10 years old, and teens incarcerated in the United States started climbing in 2022. These youth are disproportionately BIPOC, disabled, LGBTQ+, and male. Largely invisible and isolated before, during and after their incarceration, they are easy to overlook. Find out how you can reach youth impacted by incarceration. Learn about programs like televising and informational programs that can help them avoid being detained. Get tips on offering library programs and services to incarcerated youth. Be inspired by what libraries across the country are doing to support youth reentering their lives after incarceration.
