What we do
Youth-LED Justice (previously called Maine Youth Court) is a youth-led restorative justice program that works with young people who are in trouble with the law, school or community to be diverted and supported. We work with youth volunteers to help facilitate a circle process that brings affected parties together for healing and repair.
To learn more visit the "our work" section above or click here!
To learn more visit the "our work" section above or click here!
Mission Statement
To work toward creating healthy, safer, stronger, more connected communities
through educating youth in restorative justice and by giving youth respondents a second chance
to be a part of this healthy, safer, stronger, and more connected community.
through educating youth in restorative justice and by giving youth respondents a second chance
to be a part of this healthy, safer, stronger, and more connected community.
Vision Statement
We envision a community where all youth are valued, supported, and empowered. We envision youth belonging to a resilient community that equitably navigates conflict so all can heal, grow, and connect.
Upcoming Events
BLACK LIVES MATTER! - STATEMENT FROM Youth-LED Justice staff
BLACK LIVES MATTER!
Youth-LED Justice condemns anti-Black violence by police and justice systems.
We support and celebrate youth who are showing up in the face of anti-Black injustices in whatever ways they need to — be it through outrage or protesting, caring for themselves and their loved ones, or grieving and healing.
In a restorative process, we ask, “What needs to be done to repair the harm?” We urge our supporters, volunteers, and community partners to always listen to Black youth and support their visions, their wants, and their needs. With youth leadership and direction, our staff recommit to taking meaningful action to disrupt the pervasiveness and perpetuation of racial oppression and injustice both in our organization and in our communities. We hope our supporters and collaborators do the same.
In solidarity, we choose to not be silent and instead will work to actively participate in meaningful change.
BLACK LIVES MATTER!
Youth-LED Justice condemns anti-Black violence by police and justice systems.
We support and celebrate youth who are showing up in the face of anti-Black injustices in whatever ways they need to — be it through outrage or protesting, caring for themselves and their loved ones, or grieving and healing.
In a restorative process, we ask, “What needs to be done to repair the harm?” We urge our supporters, volunteers, and community partners to always listen to Black youth and support their visions, their wants, and their needs. With youth leadership and direction, our staff recommit to taking meaningful action to disrupt the pervasiveness and perpetuation of racial oppression and injustice both in our organization and in our communities. We hope our supporters and collaborators do the same.
In solidarity, we choose to not be silent and instead will work to actively participate in meaningful change.
Some of our Community Collaborators
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