GOSHEN COUNTY YOUTH ALTERNATIVES PROGRAM
Goshen County Youth Alternatives works directly with DFS, Law Enforcement, and our Court Systems to minimize youth involvement in the Criminal Justice System and provide the followingprograms for youth in our community:
❖ Restorative Justice Education: a program that is designed to bring the youth back into a safe relationship with the
community after a harmful event occurs, with the desired objective of reducing future recidivism
❖ Community Service: a program that engages the youth and provides accountability while also receiving the
opportunity to be a part of something bigger than themselves
❖ Inspire by Example Mentoring: a program that empowers youth to see new perspectives as they overcome challenges while receiving the support of a mentor providing a long-lasting support system
❖ Academic Enrichment: a program that provides the opportunity for youth to
benefit from a safe and structured environment with adults who are there to offer support and tutoring, while they are able to build important relationships with age-related peers
❖ Mental Health Services: providing support through reputable licensed providers
Goshen County Youth Alternatives works directly with DFS, Law Enforcement, and our Court Systems to minimize youth involvement in the Criminal Justice System and provide the followingprograms for youth in our community:
❖ Restorative Justice Education: a program that is designed to bring the youth back into a safe relationship with the
community after a harmful event occurs, with the desired objective of reducing future recidivism
❖ Community Service: a program that engages the youth and provides accountability while also receiving the
opportunity to be a part of something bigger than themselves
❖ Inspire by Example Mentoring: a program that empowers youth to see new perspectives as they overcome challenges while receiving the support of a mentor providing a long-lasting support system
❖ Academic Enrichment: a program that provides the opportunity for youth to
benefit from a safe and structured environment with adults who are there to offer support and tutoring, while they are able to build important relationships with age-related peers
❖ Mental Health Services: providing support through reputable licensed providers