Advocating for Systems Change

For Youth Initiative uses its voice and network of youth allies to address systemic barriers that disenfranchise young people. We advocate for priorities, policies, and change around issues that affect young people disproportionately. We understand our position in the community as playing an integral role in the improvement of outcomes for all youth and are committed to using our position for advocacy.

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Justice System Transformation

  • Funding intervention programs: Advocating for alternatives to incarceration 

  • Intervention programming

  • Overrepresentation of Black, racialized and newcomer youth in the justice system

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Education

  • Addressing anti-Black racism in the education system: Black students experience disproportionate disciplinary measures

  • Removing financial barriers for youth from low-income families 

 
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Strengthening Youth Sector Capacity

  • Advocating for sustainable long-term programming: youth facing inequity need person-centred approaches. Young people need a combination of safe, exploratory spaces and individualized support.

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Our recent work

For Youth Initiative is now onboard to work with the Youth Justice Transformation Lab initiative to advocate for reform of justice policies and practices that harm young people in Ontario. Please check this page for exciting updates to come regarding this new project!