Change happens through relationships. Many young people in crime are disconnected from family, school, work, culture, faith and community. We build genuine trusting relationships that remind young people that they matter. Connection to community, connection to culture and faith, connection to something greater than yourself.
Leaving crime requires taking responsibility for actions. It means being honest about choices, learning from mistakes and following through on commitments. Growth requires ownership, not excuses.
To leave crime, you have discover your purpose, what drives you, what’s you why? We help young people discover a sense of purpose, give them a sense of direction – a reason to keep moving forward.
It takes courage to leave the criminal lifestyle, it takes courage to put yourself in uncomfortable situations. Courage means going outside of your comfort zone, removing oneself from old habits and old connections.
Leaving crime is built through effort, not motivation alone. Discipline is showing up, doing the hard things when they need to be done, staying focused despite distraction, staying on top of things, being organized, sticking to plans/goals no matter what, internal discipline – gym/work/health/fitness, being reliable etc. Discipline is the glue that helps that young person transition to mainstream life.
