OUR GOAL
Rewriting the Rules of Engagement & Building Partnerships with Youth.
Each year, we provide guidance, support, and opportunities to more than 400 young people who are facing challenges at home, at school, with the law, and in the community. These challenges threaten the youth's well-being and our community's vitality. Too often the default response to youth behavior is punitive rather than productive. We believe in holding youth accountable while helping them grow.
OUR GOAL:
To partner with youth and their families to ensure that they have the skills and resources needed for healthy lives and relationships, and rewarding futures.
To Rewrite the Rules of Youth Engagement, St. Paul Youth Services:
MEETS the needs of youth facing trauma, lack of resources, and discrimination – effectively, compassionately, and individually.
BUILDS a community-wide practice of positive engagement, early intervention, safety nets, and second chances.
CONNECTS youth to meaningful life opportunities, ensuring our community isn't just "closing gaps," but helping youth achieve their dreams.
OFFERS tools for families on youth development needs and supportive strategies, as well as opportunities for families to engage with one another.