Carlow Garda Youth Diversion Project: The HUB

 

The HUB GYDP is based in Carlow town and works from our different buildings.

What do we do?

The HUB GYDP is community based; multi-agency crime prevention initiatives which seek to divert young people from becoming involved (or further involved) in anti-social and/or criminal behaviour by providing suitable activities to facilitate personal, positive, social and personal development, civic responsibility and long-term employability prospects.

This work is done through:

• One to one work
• Small group work (as required)
• Interventions that are planned looking at offending behaviour, substance misuse, peer relations, family relationships, education/training, attitudes, behaviors and leisure time.
• Work to learn- Work experience module
• Liaison with relevant agencies to the young person’s needs

Who do we work with?

Young People age 12 -18 years referred to the project

What can Young People expect?

A Youth justice worker who will:

• work with you to address your needs.
• listen to you.
• offer support and advice.
• empower you to make changes.
• advocate for you when necessary.

What can Parents expect?

A Youth Justice worker who will:

• work with you to achieve the best outcomes for your young person.
• provide a safe place for your young person.
• provide a professional service.

For further information, please contact:

The HUB is run by JJ Grace and Aisling Reade. They can be contacted by phone or email.

JJ Grace- 0867525586  jj@carlowys.ie

Aisling Reade– 085 7132751  aisling@carlowys.ie

GYDPs are funded by the Department of Justice and Equality through the Community Programmes Unit of Irish Youth Justice Service (IYJS) and co-funded under the European Social Fund as part of the ESF Programme for Employability, Inclusion and Learning 2014-2020