-Consequences
of Gang Involvement-
Youth will be deterred from participation in gang
activities through the instigation of a dialogue based on the consequences
of these activities. Workshop participants are educated on the local
and state justice entities and statistical information regarding
gang involvement/affiliation. They are equipped with knowledge about
how to get out of gangs safely.
-Attitude-
Workshop
attendees will gain insight about their patterns of thinking and
how their attitudes affect their behavior, their future, and those
around them.
-Goals-
Participants will have a better
understanding of goal setting and goal attainment. They will assess
their current goals and whether or not these goals are what they
really want by leading them to think about the implications of each
of these goals on their future.
-Employment-
Youth will gain an understanding
of the benefits of work, a steady income, and what it takes to accomplish
a successful career. Youth will have the tools needed to obtain
lawful employment, engaging them in a positive activity as an alternative
to being delinquent.
-Anger
Management-
Youth will gain a comprehensive understanding of
the emotion, anger. The understanding of emotions and physical signs
leading to anger escalation and violence is gained. Workshop attendees
will know how to effectively handle angry emotions so that they
do not escalate to violent behavior.
-Social
Influence & Healthy Relationships-
Youth will be encouraged to foster and seek out healthy
relationships with peers, family, and romantic others. They will
choose to abandon destructive relationships, as they will recognize
them as damaging to their personal growth.
-Sex
Facts: Is it Really Safe?-
The truth about
sex and the risks it presents are presented to youth using graphic
photos and other media. STDs,
teen pregnancy, and child support responsibilities are included
in this powerful presentation.
-Reality
of the Minnesota Prison System-
A peek into the real world of Minnesota's
correctional institutions and facilities. Youth are exposed to the
truth and reality of prison life, day-to-day activities, and consequences
of criminal behavior.
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