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Program:
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Black Youth Re-engagement and Diversion Program
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Phone Numbers:
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905-460-9514/647-553-9514
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Address:
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10 Gillingham Dr, Unit 308
Brampton, ON
L6X 5A5
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Map
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Intersection:
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Main St N and Bovaird Dr W
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Hours:
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Administration | |
| Mon | 9am-5pm | |
| Tue | 9am-5pm | |
| Wed | 9am-5pm | |
| Thu | 9am-5pm | |
| Fri | 9am-5pm | |
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Executives:
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Wambui Karanja - Executive Director
905-460-9514 ext 224 * wkaranja@africancommunityservices.com
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Service Description:
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An initiative that addresses the overrepresentation of Black youth in the justice system and provide community-based support. The program focuses on timely and individualized interventions to reduce reoffending behaviors, promote positive outcomes, and strengthen connections between youth, their families, and their communities
- provide trauma-informed support tailored to the needs of Black youth
- deliver interventions to address offending behaviors and reduce justice system involvement
- empower youth to reclaim their identity and build self-worth through leadership development and mentorship
- strengthen ties to family, community, and culture through wraparound services and support
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Black youth involved with the Justice System
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Languages:
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English * Arabic * Fanti * Ga * Somali * Swahili * Twi
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