Session Description: Native youth involved in the justice system face multiple issues upon returning to school, family, and the Tribal communities and non-Tribal communities they return to post incarceration. This presentation will share information on diverse reintegration approaches, utilizing cultural and spiritual perspectives. Implementing culturally-based strategies to support family, school, and community reintegration can result in recidivism reduction and increase academic success. Strengths, challenges, and outcomes for youth involved in the justice system and their families will also be discussed.
Presenters:
- Ethleen Iron Cloud-Two Dogs, Tribal Youth Training and Technical Assistance Manager, Tribal Youth Resource Center
- Craig Camp, Consultant, Tribal Youth Resource Center
Moderator:
- Deidra Flurry, Consultant, Tribal Youth Resource Center
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Resource Date of Presentation:
December 14, 2022