History and Context: The Myth of Juvenile Justice Harms of the Current Juvenile Legal System Redefining Justice Transformative Legal Strategies Youth justice advocates, including lawyers, organizers, and other youth and adult movement builders, want to replace the current damaging, discriminatory, and ineffective juvenile and criminal legal systems1 with better approaches. We envision approaches that support children, help them flourish, and contribute to a safe, equitable, and healthy community.