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Local youth leaders are sharing their stories in an effort to help their peers.
The Center for Youth has embarked on a new “Restoring Justice, Re-Engaging Youth” initiative in response to violence and other issues affecting young people in Rochester. The goal is to use restorative practices to connect youth back to school and community.
This hour, we talk with initiative organizers and youth leaders about what it takes to breakthrough to other young people facing different challenges.
In studio:
- Elaine Spaull, executive director of the Center for Youth
- Nolica Murray Fields, director of restorative practices and equity at the Center for Youth
- Eli Cotton, program director for the Restoring Justice, Re-engaging Youth initiative at the Center for Youth
- Amy Sadler, photographer and creative producer
