Oftentimes when kids break laws and get into trouble, it is because they are bored and don’t have anything to better occupy their time. This is especially prevalent over the summer where kids can find themselves without very much structure for several months in a row. Heal the Hood Foundation, a proud partner of the Juvenile Justice Project, recognizes this problem as well as the issue of affordability. For only $75 for the entire summer your kid can attend their camp which focuses on developing musical, acting, and artistic/writing talents in our teens. You can read more about this summer camp, Heal the Hood Foundation, and other summer opportunities in this article.
The JJP is working with Juvenile Court to build networks of churches and organizations to address our high number of youth offenders and the lack of opportunities for court ordered community service, specifically in the areas of Hickory Hill & Bartlett. We believe that youth are the solution, not the problem so we work with these teens to help them find their place in their communities through transformative service opportunities. Studies continue to show that punitive measures often lead to a continued life of crime as opposed to seeking more rehabilitative opportunities, MSPJC firmly adheres to the idea of working with those most affected by the issues. Help us build a better Memphis and partner with our youth.
For more information or to become a partner with the Juvenile Justice Project contact Faith Pollan at faith@midsouthpeace.org.
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