Sometimes, as a community, as a culture, we forget that these are our children, too. Precious humans who have suffered deeply before harming others. Yes they need consequences. Yet equally importantly, they need kindness, understanding of the deeper wounds of mind and soul. Heartbreaking photos. Unacceptable. Vital to share. The good news, at least in some jurisdictions, is that there is a cosmic shift occurring in the juvenile justice system that supports re-purposing the prison-like juvenile camps into rehabilitation centers that treat the whole child/youth with care while reinforcing personal responsibility and fostering a new chapter of life in which to grow and thrive. Thank you, Richard Ross. Blessings to all the children.
