Presentation Title
Amazing G.R.A.C.E.: Redirecting At-Risk Youth from Gang Involvement
Presentation Type
Poster Presentation/Art Exihibt
College
College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
Major
Criminal Justice
Location
Event Center BC
Start Date
5-18-2017 11:00 AM
End Date
5-18-2017 12:00 PM
Abstract
The Gang Reduction and Community Engagement (GRACE) program, developed by the City of Riverside Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department in partnership with Operation New Hope, provided 87 at-risk youth from three gang-entrenched neighborhoods with a comprehensive program of life skills training, job development, and work experience so as to change the trajectory of their lives. By enhancing employability and facilitating personal growth, program staff sought to redirect at-risk youth away from gang involvement. This presentation reports key findings and lessons learned from the evaluation of this CalGRIP project.
Amazing G.R.A.C.E.: Redirecting At-Risk Youth from Gang Involvement
Event Center BC
The Gang Reduction and Community Engagement (GRACE) program, developed by the City of Riverside Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department in partnership with Operation New Hope, provided 87 at-risk youth from three gang-entrenched neighborhoods with a comprehensive program of life skills training, job development, and work experience so as to change the trajectory of their lives. By enhancing employability and facilitating personal growth, program staff sought to redirect at-risk youth away from gang involvement. This presentation reports key findings and lessons learned from the evaluation of this CalGRIP project.
