dyrs

Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services

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Who We Are

The Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS) is the juvenile justice agency for the District of Columbia.

What We Do

Washington DC is at the forefront of a national trend in juvenile justice for positive, community-based services and placements for youth.

Safe Facilities, Safe Communities

Public safety is our primary goal. We help court-involved youth develop the skills they need to become productive adults.

The Achievement Center

The Achievement Center contains all the key ingredients necessary to help youth develop their strengths, develop confidence in their ability to succeed, develop a sense of belonging, and value and serve the larger community.

Featured Services

Youth Services Center

Information on the Youth Services Center programs and services.

Community-based Placements

DYRS provides a safe environment for youth consistent with public safety.

The Achievement Centers

DYRS youth receive comprehensive support services designed to promote positive development.

Records Request

Secure Facilities

Court-involved youth committed to DYRS may be assigned to secure facilities.

Care Planning and Coordination

Latest

May 13 2024

Mayor Bowser Opens Safe Commercial Corridor Hub in Anacostia

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser opened the District’s second Safe Commercial Corridor...

Jun 8 2023

Mayor Bowser Announces Key Appointments  

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced transitions of executive leadership in the...

Jun 2 2023

DYRS Seeks Applicants for Various Youth Programming Efforts

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 2, 2023 CONTACT: Dr. Turnesha Fish – 202-294-1061; Turnesha.Fish@...

Feb 1 2023

DYRS Seeks Applicants for Youth Programming

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 1, 2023 CONTACT: Dr. Turnesha Fish – 202-294-1061; Turnesha.Fish...

Dec 8 2022

DYRS Seeks Art and Technology Applicants for Youth Programming

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 8, 2022 CONTACT: Dr. Turnesha Fish – 202-294-1061; Turnesha....

Feb 1 2023

Relaunch of our newsletter, Committed to Excellence

Welcome to the relaunch of our newsletter, Committed to Excellence. We will share agency program...

Apr 26 2024

Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Oversight Hearing on the District of Columbia Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services

04/26/2024 Committee on Recreation, Libraries & Youth Affairs, Budget Oversight Hearing, Trayon...

Feb 15 2024

Director Sam Abed Fiscal Year 2023 Performance Oversight Hearing on the District of Columbia Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services Testimony

Director Sam Abed Fiscal Year 2023 Performance Oversight Hearing on the District of Columbia...

Aug 1 2023

DYRS Youth to Present SYEP Showcase

DYRS Youth to Present SYEP Showcase: Youth Invite Community Members to Support and Attend a Free...

Mar 30 2022

DYRS Youth and Local Girl Scouts to Collaborate at DC Doors Women’s Shelter

(WASHINGTON, DC) – On Tuesday, March 29, at 4:00 p.m., the Department of Youth Rehabilitation...

Sep 21 2020

DYRS to Host #YourVoteMatters Kickoff for National Voter Registration Day

DC’s Juvenile Justice Agency will help agency youth and members of the community register to vote...

Sep 22 2017

District’s Juvenile Justice Agency (DYRS) Celebrates the Opening of Its Automotive Shop

“Carl’s Cars” is the facility’s automotive training shop for youth in...

Jul 5 2012

Chelsea Clinton to Feature DYRS School on NBC's Rock Center With Brian Williams

WHAT: The Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS), the District of Columbia’s cabinet-...

Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services

Office Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm

Connect With Us
450 H Street, NW, Washington, DC 20001
Phone: (202) 299-5362
Fax: (202) 299-5608
TTY: (746) 777-7776
Alternate Number: (202) 576-8418
Email: [email protected]