Justice

Build a stronger, safer community. 

We strive to build a stronger, safer community for the children and families we serve. Through our community justice programs, our youth learn the value of social responsibility. We use a variety of methods including the restorative justice model to engage youth and community in critical conversations regarding our day-to-day interactions. 

 

Program Overview 

Crime Prevention and Intervention (CPI)  is designed to deter at-risk youth from engaging in criminal behavior. Program components include anger management, employability skills, self-esteem & character-building workshops, youth gang resistance education, human trafficking awareness, and community engagement with law enforcement.


Program Benefits

  • Foster Positive Relationships Between Youth and Law Enforcement
    • Youth Empowerment and Leadership Development
    • Education and Prevention Services 
    • Community Service Opportunities

       


Sponsored In Part By

  • Office of Attorney General
  • Broward Sheriff's Office

How to Get Involved

For more information, contact the Urban League at (954) 584-0777.

Program Overview 

Project EMBRACE (NewDay) offers tailored services for juvenile offenders, addressing their social, educational, and health needs. The aim is to steer them away from the delinquency system, ultimately minimizing the chances of recidivism. Recognizing delinquent behavior can be symptomatic of deeper issues, the program is equipped to conduct thorough assessments and implement timely interventions, either directly or through community referrals. This approach not only decreases the likelihood of re-offending but also promotes positive youth development. This program is centered on the restorative justice model where offenders, law enforcement, and victims meet face-to-face to discuss the events that transpired. It provides victims, offenders, law enforcement, caregivers, facilitators, and community members with understanding and closure.


Program Benefits

  • Foster Positive Relationships Between Youth and Law Enforcement
    • Crisis and Counseling Intervention
    • Community Service Opportunities
    • Restorative Justice Practices 
    • Record expungement 
    • Case management
    • Mentorship

       


Sponsored In Part By

  • Children's Services Council of Broward County

How to Get Involved

For more information, contact the Urban League at (954) 584-0777.

Program Overview

Thrive: Victims Of Crime Act (VOCA) offers personalized advocacy and accompaniment services for youth, encompassing emotional support, access to resources, and assistance in completing crime victim-related documentation. The program aims to provide comprehensive support to young individuals who have experienced victimization, ensuring they receive the necessary assistance and guidance throughout the process, from emotional well-being to navigating the paperwork associated with being a crime victim.

 

Program Benefits

  • Criminal Justice System Support and Guidance
  • Crisis and Counseling Intervention
  • Education and Prevention Services
  • Personal Advocacy

 

Sponsored In Part By

  • Office of Attorney General

 

How to Get Involved

For more information, contact the Urban League at (954) 584-0777.

Program Overview

Youth Hate Crime Education and Prevention focuses on educating the community about the impact of hate crimes in Broward County, ways to report hate crimes, and resources available to those who are victimized. By fostering collaboration between law enforcement and the broader community, the initiative aims to build trust, encourage reporting, and ultimately reduce the prevalence of hate-related crimes. This program will not only work to address the underreporting of hate-related crime by impacted youth but also work to create a safer environment for all Broward County residents to live, work, play, and worship.

 

Program Benefits

  • Foster Positive Relationships Between Youth and Law Enforcement
  • Education and Prevention Services 
  • Improved Responses to Hate Crime
  • Victim Support Services

     

 

Sponsored In Part By

  • Bureau of Justice Assistance

 

 

How to Get Involved

For more information, contact the Urban League at (954) 584-0777.

Have a question about our Justice Programs?

Contact the Urban League at 954.584.0777.