Why deliver relationship education in the juvenile justice system? The answer is really quite simple: many system-involved young people have not been exposed to or experienced healthy relationships. In fact, many youth in the juvenile justice system struggle with attachment due to unhealthy relationships in their family of origin. Research shows that teens’ relationship experiences inform the relationships they have as adults. For these young people to be productive, successful, citizens, couples and parents, we must provide them with the tools to have successful romantic relationships, friendships and social acquaintances. To support the success of system-involved youth, this Tip Sheet provides relationship education practitioners background on the special needs of this population and tips on how to prepare for effective relationship skill-building in a juvenile justice setting.