Young New Yorkers re-imagine Brooklyn federal courtroom
For one afternoon, a courtroom at the federal courthouse in Downtown Brooklyn was re-imagined on July 26 by a group of kids taking part in a program known as the Young New Yorkers.
The Young New Yorkers’ Restorative Arts Diversion Program allows court-involved 16-25 year olds to advocate for themselves through their artwork. These kids and young adults hosted an exhibition in the U.S. District Courthouse for the Eastern District thanks to the help of Chief Judge Dora Irizarry.
The group of kids and young adults who participated that Thursday also had their cases dismissed and records sealed.