When America had an open prison – the story of Kenyon Scudder and his ‘prison without walls’
Built in 1941 in Chino, California, the California Institution for Men was founded as an experiment in progressive penal reform.
Our Vision
The Michigan Juvenile Detention Association will continue to be a national leader in promoting and sustaining of exemplary juvenile detention, residential treatment, and community based services for youth and their families.
Our Mission
The Michigan Juvenile Detention Association is committed to the highest standard of professional ethics, overall excellence in the care and custody of youth, and the provision of services to their families.
