Category: Agency News
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)
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.
UPDATE: Our Response to the Federal Sexual Victimization Survey
OYA recently received new data from a federal report on sexual victimization in juvenile facilities.
UPDATE: Both Youth Who Escaped are Back in Custody
The youth, ages 12 and 16, had escaped from the Children's Farm Home in Corvallis on June 6.
Response to Racial Violence and Protests
A message to OYA staff from the agency's director and deputy director.
OYA Budget Cut Exercise
The governor asked all state agencies to submit plans for a potential budget cut. Here are details about OYA's plan.
COVID-19: Frequently Asked Questions
Here are frequently asked questions of how Oregon Youth Authority is handling the COVID-19 pandemic.
Staff Spotlight: Celebrating Those Who Go Above and Beyond
There have been dozens of examples of staff members at OYA going above and beyond in recent weeks.
COVID-19: Moving Youth to the Community
OYA could consider paroling youth as part of its pandemic response, but only on a limited basis, when appropriate, and when a safe placement is available that can meet the youth’s treatment needs.