choose either race/ethnicity OR gender and answer the following question. You do NOT need to address both race/ethnicity and gender, please just pick one.
Using the data provided in the module (this can be through the readings, graphs/tables in the module, or embedded links), describe current disparities in juvenile justice decisions. Using required readings to help develop an argument about why different groups of youth involved in the JJS receive disparate treatment. That is, which perspective(s) discussed in the readings and module are theoretically and empirically-sound? Based on recent trends reported in the module/readings, is progress being made to ameliorate these disparities? Why or why not?
Please note that the expectation for this assignment is that your answer is data-driven and applies the information provided in the readings and module. You are welcome to integrate personal or professional experiences, but they must be supported by empirical data.
Please make sure to upload a 3–5-page Word document with your answer. Assignments will be put through turnitin.com.