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Many incarcerated juveniles have "truancy" listed as one of their offenses.  Unfortunately, connecting juveniles to an appropriate academic setting post-release is not something that is often dealt with effectively.  Nor is addressing all the other issues negatively affecting their school attendance.  Both problems lead to continued truancy, difficulties at home and potential for re-incarceration.

Going Home Mediation works with juveniles who are incarcerated on status offenses and are near their release time.  Using certified volunteer mediators, the program brings together the juvenile, parents and a representative from the facility where the juvenile has been housed.  The setting is neutral, confidential and collaborative.  The mediator guides the participants through three main areas of discussion (School, Family and Community) and works to connect the juvenile with a mentor in their home community.

The goal is to develop an action plan that is realistic and helpful to both the juvenile and parents with an emphasis on:

1. Getting back into an appropriate academic setting

2. Managing home life well

3. Socializing with peers and others who bring positive influences on the juvenile's life

Going Home Mediation is currently operating through the Youth Development Center of Clemson University at Camp Long in Aiken, SC.  Out of 30 mediations, only two juveniles have been re-incarcerated showing a 94% success rate.

Key Benefits

bulletSchool attendance and graduation are encouraged and planned
bulletRe-incarceration is minimized
bulletIncarcerated juveniles and their families have the opportunity to plan for an improved home life post-release

 

 

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Last modified: February 17, 2006