This document breaks down the specific demographics of Hamilton’s high-risk neighbourhoods as compared to the rest of the city
Continue readingSWAG-Students will all graduate (presentation by Janet Bowes)
This presentation features the SWAG initiative that aims to increase the high school graduation rate of students identified as most-at-risk of failing high school without intervention in the communities of […]
Continue readingIt’s Getting Cold Outside: Youth Homelessness and Victimization (presentation)
This presentation is designed to educate people on youth homelessness and work on strategies to tackle the issue. It discusses data from interviews and focus groups with youth and service […]
Continue readingMentoring -Big Brothers Big Sisters (presentation)
This document provides an overview of how the Youth Mentoring program was developed through Big Brothers Big Sisters Canada. It also provides a description of how the program is expected […]
Continue readingEffective Youth Mentoring: Best Practices
This publication describes the beneficial effects youth mentoring programs can have on youth. It outlines the necessary elements that effective youth mentoring programs require in order to successfully influence youth. […]
Continue readingWhat Makes A Good Mentor (presentation)
This presentation discusses what to look for in a good mentor and offers tips on structuring a successful mentorship program.
Continue readingSexual Violence and Social Media Building a Framework for Prevention
This report investigates the relationship between sexual violence and social media with a focus on youth. This report also includes recommendations for effective prevention programs in Ottawa. The report is […]
Continue readingSexual Violence and Social Media: Building a Framework for Prevention Executive Summary
This document provides an overview of the full Sexual Violence and Social Media: Building a Framework for Prevention report. It includes information on the relationship between sexual violence and social […]
Continue reading‘Getting Out’: Youth Gang Exit Strategies and Interventions
Getting out addresses the issue of youth gang membership in Ottawa by analyzing effective exit strategies for youth. The paper outlines the elements of effective exit strategis in helping youth […]
Continue readingYounger Siblings of Gang Members: Risk Factors and Best Practices
This publication analyzes existing literature, empirical data, and existing programs in order to suggest strategies to keep younger siblings out of gang activity. It is a useful resource for agencies […]
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