Category: Agency News
UPDATE: Our Response to the Federal Sexual Victimization Survey
OYA recently received new data from a federal report on sexual victimization in juvenile facilities.
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.
Make Oregon Count: The 2020 Census
The United States is conducting the 2020 Census and Oregon is making sure its residents are counted.
OYA’s Coronavirus Response
Check here regularly for updates on OYA's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. (Updated: June 17, 2021)
Effective March 14, all visitation at all OYA facilities canceled
A partir del 14 de marzo, todas las visitas a todas las instalaciones de OYA se cancelarán.
Coronavirus: What You Need To Know
As of March 2, there are three cases of coronavirus in Oregon. OYA is reviewing its plan to maintain operations to care for youth if staff illness is widespread.