Dedicated to Youth Safety
People often ask what we do at OYA to keep youth safe from abuse. Here's an overview of things we do to prevent and respond to allegations of sexual abuse.
Wildfire Updates and Resources
Learn about the status of OYA facilities and programs related to the wildfires, plus resources where you can find help. (Updated Sept. 17, 2020)
Youth Wins National Talent Competition
Ethan B. was honored nationally for a solo performance in honor of his child.
COVID-19: Protecting Youth In OYA Facilities
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, OYA has put in place many new procedures to protect youth and staff in OYA facilities.
Reopening Lord High School at MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility
Youth at OYA benefit most from in-person teaching. Careful planning has gone into making sure everyone stays safe.
Essay Winners Describe Those Who Inspired Them
Three youth in Oregon Youth Authority facilities recently won a writing contest.
Thank-You from Oak Creek Youth
A youth at Oak Creek wrote a heartfelt letter to staff before paroling back to the community.
UPDATE: Our Response to the Federal Sexual Victimization Survey
OYA recently received new data from a federal report on sexual victimization in juvenile facilities.
COVID-19: Moving Youth to the Community (Update)
So far, the governor's plans to release incarcerated adults do not include youth in OYA custody.
OYA Celebrates Class of 2020
This spring, 118 of OYA youth on parole or probation graduated with a high school diploma or earned a GED.