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This chapter provides an overview of the youth justice system in New Zealand and legislation that applies to transition. Current transition processes and practices are viewed from the perspective of the Taxonomy for Transition Programming 2.0. The overrepresentation of Maori and Pasifika youth is discussed as a local transition challenge, and Family Group Conferencing as the innovative, culturally responsive solution. The importance of family and collaboration among agencies is highlighted.
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We would like to acknowledge Rob Black and Andrew Beattie from Oranga Tamariki for their assistance in obtaining the data for this chapter.
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Lambie, I., Ioane, J. (2018). The Transitioning of Incarcerated Youth in the New Zealand Youth Justice System. In: O’Neill, S. (eds) Incarcerated Youth Transitioning Back to the Community. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-0752-2_8
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