Beliefs
- Community involvement contributes to a successful youth justice system.
- Young people benefit from positive community involvement. If young people are connected to their community in a positive way, they are less likely to offend against it.
- An effective response to youth crime includes the involvement of the young person, their parents/family, victims, the justice system and the community.
- All levels of government have an integral role to play in supporting the successful operation of Youth Justice Committees.
- Youth Justice Committees benefit from sustained relationships with community partnerships.
- Youth Justice Committees encourage and engage volunteerism.
- The Calgary Youth Justice Society provides fundamental support, resources, training and guidance which foster the ease and quality of service for all Youth Justice Committees in Calgary.
Vision
Young people contribute to, and flourish in, safe, caring communities.
Mission
The Calgary Youth Justice Society engages communities with young people to foster choices and opportunities that build upon their strengths, diverting them from crime.