Mission Statement

The CALIFORNIA STATE JUVENILE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION, established in 1949, is dedicated to safeguarding our youth for the future. Our Association is composed of practitioners from all areas of the juvenile justice system: Law Enforcement, Probation, Parole, Corrections, Judiciary, Social Services and Schools, as well as members from the community at large. CSJOA's network of members is devoted to promoting high standards, modern methods and advanced procedures within the field of juvenile justice.

Our mission is to provide opportunities:

• To participate in professional training and development;
• To promote legislation which positively impacts our youth, families and communities.
• To encourage participation within all agencies concerned with the future of today's youth.