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Website of the Month: Youth Restorative Action Project

The Youth Restorative Action Project (YRAP) is a youth justice committee serving Edmonton and Ottawa in Canada. The group's mandate is to work with young offenders who have committed "harmful acts as a result of racism, intolerance and significant social issues."

http://www.yrap.org/

Principles answers the question "What is YRAP?" It also provides information on the history of the organization. Sub-links in the page activate pop-up boxes explaining the following terms:

  • Youth Justice Committee
  • Extrajudicial sanctions
  • Significant Social Issues
  • YRAP members
  • Restorative Justice

Process describes how YRAP receives and processes cases. Pop-up boxes provide information on:

  • Referrals
  • Conferences
  • Resolution
  • Mentorship

Programs briefly outlines the educational and public awareness activities of YRAP.

Partners lists other community organizations working with YRAP.

Volunteer provides contact information for YRAP's Edmonton and Ottawa offices. There is also a link to a 15 page volunteer package.

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