We offer a diversion program which provides at-risk & justice involved youth & young adults with an empowering alternative to traditional legal penalties such as incarceration or juvenile detention. Breakaway is a structured and intentional community service offering where we engage with local community businesses who share our passion and are willing to support our loved ones’ community service requirement by offering an informal internship.
1. Promote personal growth & reduce the risk of future justice involvement
2. Reduce exposure to incarceration for youth & young adults
3. Create avenues to address underlying causes of behavior that leads to justice involvement
Our diversion program is open to youth and young adults ages 16-21 who are either required to complete community service or are considered at risk and may benefit from extra structure and support.
Statistics demonstrate over 65% recidivism rate among those who have been incarcerated in first 3 years post release and 10-30% recidivism rate among those who completed a diversion program instead of incarceration.
Exposure to incarceration can disrupt normal psychological, emotional, and social development which can lead to mental health issues, substance abuse, relational issues, ect.
Incarceration during youth often impedes the ability to continue education and creates challenges with securing employment.
Incarceration can expose youth to violence, abuse, neglect and isolation leading to long term psychological harm.
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