To provide court-mandated arts diversion programs for youth that engage them in social justice issues through the creation of large-scale public art projects.
To engage youth from the Red Hook Community Justice Center to develop a visual guide that helps the public build understanding around a pressing social issue.
Programs that divert youth from the criminal justice system by providing education and employment services, behavioral health treatment, service projects, and links to other providers.
Provide off-ramps for young people who come into contact with the justice system, including educational, occupational, social, and health services designed to expand their leadership and increase community members' sense of public safety.
Comprehensive free legal representation to court-involved youth with a focus on school discipline and reentry, special education placements, alternative pathways to graduation, alternatives to incarceration, and counseling.
Provide leadership development programs, legal education, and peer-to-peer trainings for youth of color, particularly those living in ACS care or detention, focused on advocating for community change.
