Welcome to Texas Juvenile Detention Association

TJDA Mission

TJDA is dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of Texas children by providing professional development in the juvenile justice field, and having a voice in the revision of state standards and practices.

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Objectives

• 1. Promote the concept of professional juvenile detention services at the State and local level;
• 2. Provide a forum for discussion of statewide juvenile detention issues;
• 3. Disseminate to the field pending and passed legislation relative to juvenile detention services;
• 4. Strengthen the professional status of juvenile justice professionals by providing training and education;
• 5. Assist in the revision, development and implementation of juvenile justice standards;
• 6. Serve as a liaison with other associations, professional groups and state legislative committees in the field of juvenile justice.

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Board

Review current and previous board members.

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