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Seven San Diego teens are leading a bold push to end solitary confinement in county jails, forming Youth to End Solitary SD after personal ties to the justice system. Starting as a high school club, they’ve grown to 50+ members and surprised skeptics by landing meetings with legislators and even touring a detention facility — exposing the harsh reality of isolation. With a lawsuit citing mental health neglect and 13 deaths since 2015, they presented Sheriff Martinez with a plan: cap solitary at two weeks, create reintegration programs, and define clear offenses. Though not all demands were met, the conversation itself was a win — and they’re proof that youth-led activism can break through barriers. Their advice? Start with your peers, build momentum, and chase change with passion and joy.

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