Our Impact
NCJC’s work is grounded in evidence, shaped by data, and driven by a commitment to improving juvenile court advocacy in Nebraska and beyond. Through rigorous evaluation and ongoing feedback, we measure how our programs strengthen the legal profession, improve outcomes for children and families, and expand access to justice, especially in underserved communities.
Since launching the Children’s Justice Attorney Education Fellowship, NCJC has trained attorneys who now serve in 77 of Nebraska’s 93 counties. This work has significantly expanded availability of qualified juvenile court counsel in rural areas. Our Children’s Justice Clinic students provide hundreds of children a voice in court each year while developing the skills and values of client-centered advocacy.
CJAE Fellows serve 77 Nebraska counties—and counting.
Our visual tools, including our attorney coverage map, highlight both our reach and the areas where work remains. These resources help us and our partners target efforts where they are needed most.
Our Research
In addition to program evaluation, NCJC is building a research and data infrastructure to inform practice, shape policy, and support national replication of our model. Our initiatives include:
- Ongoing analysis of program outcomes and participant growth
- Development of a dashboard to assess the availability of high quality juvenile court counsel across Nebraska
- Research collaborations to study rural justice gaps and trauma informed legal practice
- Dissemination of findings through publications, presentations, and partnerships
We welcome attorneys, policymakers, and researchers who share our mission to reach out and explore opportunities to collaborate, support our work, or benefit from our findings.