In this episode, we are joined by Dr Romana Farooq and Mma Yeebo from the Clinical Psychology Doctorate Programme at Newcastle University who discuss the experiences of children and young people from racially minoritsed backgrounds in secure settings and within the criminal justice system. They talk about the adultification bias towards racially minoritsed children and young people, as well as racial trauma, institutional racism and social inequalities. Suggestions for culturally sensitive and culturally responsive services are offered.