Youth-LED Justice's work exists to serve young people, therefore it must be informed by young people-- that is why youth are at the center of our work. 

           "Listen can you hear it? A change is coming now!" (Art by Pete Railand) 

 What is Youth-LED Justice's Advisory Council?

Youth-LED Justice's work is guided by a group of community members who offer guidance, direct policy, and inform best practices to ensure that our work is effective. 

Youth who are on YLJ Advisory Council have voting power, therefore their voice and opinions directly impact the ways in which YLJ operates. 

The 2021-2022 youth YLJ Advisory Council members are:
Maggie Ralph
Chae-Hee Park
Eliza House
Naimo Mohamed
​Danwa Timon

YLJ BOARD

YLJ involves youth between the ages of 11 and 18 to: 

1. Promote restorative approaches to harm in their schools and communities. 

2. Facilitate harm or support circles alongside YLJ staff. 

3. Serve on Youth-Led Justice's Board. 

4. Lead and participate in monthly youth volunteer check-in and co-learning circles. 

Youth who work alongside YLJ staff typically complete 18 hours of training in restorative justice, juvenile justice, and the range of restorative practices we offer. 

Throughout their training and service, students share insight and expand their perspective on what justice can mean. While volunteering with us, students also learn and practice a wide range of communication skills. Our program works to maintain a network of volunteers from all over Southern Maine with diverse identities and lived experiences.

Training

            "Building confidence. Building power. Power up." (Art by Mary Tremonte)

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