It is important for a community to understand what Diversion within the juvenile justice system means to allow the community to provide the best rehabilitative services for its youth. In its simplest definition Youth Diversion is the act of intervening in a youth’s criminal and delinquent behavior by providing accountability and opportunity to address the […]
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At House-Raising, we are driven by a commitment to innovation and transformation in the lives of at-risk youth. Our journey is guided by a team of dedicated board members, each contributing their unique expertise and passion to our mission. Today, we introduce you to Regina Brown, a visionary leader with a remarkable track record in
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At House-Raising, our mission is to empower at-risk youth, and our journey is greatly enriched by the invaluable contributions of our dedicated board members. Today, we proudly introduce you to Dan Massimino, an accomplished business leader with a passion for innovation that drives positive change. Understanding the Role of a Board Member: Board members play
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At House-Raising, we are committed to transforming the lives of at-risk youth involved with the legal system. Behind our mission stands a dedicated team, including esteemed board members who bring valuable expertise and passion to our cause. Today, we’d like to introduce you to Trevor LeCocq, a compassionate advocate for youth with a background in
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At House-Raising, our mission revolves around strengthening communities and uplifting lives. Behind every impactful nonprofit organization, there is a dedicated team of individuals working tirelessly to make a difference. Today, we’d like to introduce you to Sandra Moua, the driving force behind House-Raising’s board of directors. Understanding the Role of a Board Chair: A board
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In a recent article by Beth Hawkins “Attendance gap: new data from Minnesota reveals chasm in chronic absenteeism (MinnPost, 9/14/2023),” chronic absenteeism among students in Minnesota has been brought to the forefront, revealing a concerning decline in school attendance rates. This issue is not isolated to Minnesota; it’s a nationwide trend that demands our attention.
Let’s take a moment to appreciate the incredible value of the arts and trades in our society. The arts enrich our lives, awaken our creativity, and provide an outlet for self-expression. From painting and dancing to music and theater, they allow us to explore new perspectives and emotions. But let’s not forget the power of
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In this report, written by Richard Mendel March 2023, he discusses that the US relies on incarcerating youth too often rather than addressing the causes of youth delinquency and crime. In short he states, ” [The US] does so despite overwhelming evidence showing that incarceration is an ineffective strategy for steering youth away from delinquent
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There’s been a long understanding that when it comes to juvenile justice there needs to be a different approach and method of accountability. An approach that holds a youth accountable but provides meaningful early intervention geared at keeping the youth out of the system. An intervention that will prevent them from repeatedly entering the legal
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There has been a trend in recent years. A trend fueled by a misunderstanding of the importance of the arts and trades along with an emphasis of needing a traditional college degree. An emphasis that the only way a young person would make it in the world would be through an office job that pays
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