In 2017, the program has reported strengthened relationships with partners like Hillside, Eleanor Roosevelt High School, Laurel High School, and The Chelsea School who all provide consistent teen volunteers. They have also began to work with other community partners such as Ebenezer AME Church and Community of Hope AME church to provide teen volunteers. Additional programs include the Latin American Youth Center and Boys to Bowties to refer respondents to for additional services post successful completion.

Teen Court is a justice program managed by teens for teens with appropriate levels of supervision and oversight. It is an alternative justice system that offers teenage offenders an important opportunity to learn from their mistakes without acquiring a criminal record.

First time juvenile offenders & juvenile offenders with non-violent offenses referred through DJS or local law enforcement.

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