Youth Involvement in Public Safety in the United States
Mitigating Youth Violence through Community Programming
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Beschreibung
This book explores youth involvement in public safety, measuring the success of historic programs in school districts, fire departments, and police departments, and evaluating their potential to mitigate youth violence in the U.S. In its examination of structured community youth programs, such as the Police Athletic League and EMS Exploring, this volume examines the pros and cons of harm reduction and public safety activities through community empowerment of juveniles.
The chapters that follow explore the origins of youth-involved public safety programs, recommending that these initiatives may be a solution to improving health, education, and social outcomes. It is ideal for professionals working with juvenile programming and local policymakers.
This book explores youth involvement in public safety, measuring the success of historic programs in school districts, fire departments, and police departments, and evaluating their potential to mitigate youth violence in the U.S. In its examination of structured community youth programs, such as the Police Athletic League and EMS Exploring, this volume examines the pros and cons of harm reduction and public safety activities through community empowerment of juveniles.
The chapters that follow explore the origins of youth-involved public safety programs, recommending that these initiatives may be a solution to improving health, education, and social outcomes. It is ideal for professionals working with juvenile programming and local policymakers.
Highlights what average younger persons have done and are currently doing to safeguard communities Includes the latest ways for involving youth in humanitarian and service work Explores several specific case studies where youth have engaged in community safety initiatives
Autor*in
Martin Alan Greenberg
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Anti-violence youth programs Police Explorer Units Safety Patrols in schools Youth engagement in public service roles Leadership opportunities for youth in public service