Book Review: Whyte, B (2009) ‘Youth Justice in Practice: Making a Difference’ reviewed by Dr. Theo Gavrielides

Despite being one of the most well researched academic disciplines, youth justice and its ever expanding literature continue to fail in two regards. Firstly, there is a developing gap between public perception and evidence-based depiction of youth crime. Secondly, scholarly debates are rarely reflected in youth justice policy and legislation. This failure has an impact on practice and the democratic participation of young people. A book that is based on evidence and makes the argument that youth justice practice needs to be framed within human rights is very welcome indeed.

Whyte, B. (2009). Youth Justice in Practice: Making a Difference, Bristol: Policy Press, ISBN: 978-1-86134-839-5, £16.99 (paperback), 240 pages.

Reviewed by Dr. Theo Gavrielides, Founder and Director of Independent Academic Research Studies (IARS), Visiting Professor in Youth Policy at Buckinghamshire New University.

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About Youth Voice Journal

Youth Voice Journal is an international, multidisciplinary, refereed journal that publishes theoretical contributions and empirical studies on international issues affecting young people. In particular, the Journal aims to: - provide a medium, especially for young researchers and young academics, to inform debates around social policy through high quality research; - provide a platform for the intellectual exchange of ideas around the globe with the aim of influencing policies and practices; - actively encourage and aide those young people whose voice is rarely heard by policy makers to contribute to the journal. Youth Voice Journal is published by IARS Publications and edited by Dr. Theo Gavrielides.

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