The Youth Initiative Curriculum - For Justice-Involved Youth

Many justice-involved youth have experienced trauma. Our approach helps youth address trauma as well as accept accountability for the impact of their behaviors toward others. Youth develop foundational skills for healthy relationships and families in this program.

The essential components of our approach include:

• A trauma-focused lens
• A recommended duration of 16 weeks
• 1 hour to 1.5 hour sessions
• Hope-science, cognitive-behavioral and trauma-informed activities

Extensive staff training and support is available to weave this approach into the organizational culture to reinforce key elements for transformational change. 

If you’re interested in installing these groups in your community or facility, contact us for more information about training and support.

Preview our curriculum here.