Outreach, Advocacy, and Support
Outreach, advocacy and support youth ages 12-26 who are exhibiting criminal behaviours.
Our Youth Advocates help to provide alternatives for youth who are at risk of offending or reoffending, due to difficulties they may be experiencing at home, school or in the community.
Immigrant Youth Crime Prevention Program
BIPOC Youth Crime Prevention Program
Preventing Crime Through Youth Advocacy and Support
Outreach and advocacy support for any youth aged 12-24 who are displaying criminal behaviors or are currently criminally involved. Youth are provided one to one case management support to support youth in self-identified goals for all areas of life.
New Ties (NewT)
Outreach and advocacy support for youth who are seeking safe exit from gang activity or at risk of entering gangs aged 12-24 who are displaying criminal behaviors or are currently criminally involved. Youth are provided one to one case management support to support youth in self-identified goals for all areas of life along with supporting in safely exiting gangs through intensive case management and wrap around support.
Restorative Solutions to Conflict
Restorative processes for youth (12+) and adults who are seeking opportunities to reflect upon their criminal behaviors, understand harm caused, accept responsibility, and explore ways of making amends. Restorative processes can be conducted through individual crime impact sessions along with Victim/Offender dialogues. Restorative processes for youth who are facing suspension or expulsion can also be completed.
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How It Works
The Youth Advocates provide one-on-one support, helping youth with:
- Self-identified goal setting
- Crisis resolution
- Accessing counselling and other mental health supports
- Basic needs
- Securing affordable and safe housing
- Cultural connections
- Navigating the justice system and identifying the root causes of crime
- Support in navigating various healthcare, community and social supports
- Finding and maintaining employment/education
- Recreational opportunities
- Accessing financial support
- Navigating family relationships
- Anything else the youth may need in order to have alternatives to crime
Through these supports, youth have the opportunity to re-engage with family, school and the community, and to grow into healthy, responsible adults.
