As attorney, youth advocate and Executive Director of the Coalition for Juvenile
Justice, Melissa Milchman’s “superpower” is bringing people and organizations together to
improve the lives of children and youth, and strengthen communities across the U.S. Even
today her mother says she’s been wearing her superhero cape since she was a child. In this episode, Melissa shares how collaboration across various juvenile justice systems, through her organization, regardless of politics or changing landscapes, remains essential to protecting young people and creating safer communities. As someone deeply committed to youth
advocacy and justice reform, Melissa believes progress happens when leaders stay focused on a shared mission: ensuring children and youth have the support, opportunity, and the
community they deserve.