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“I would recommend this program to anyone eligible. The staff that I worked with was great at communicating and respectful. The work was meaningful.” -RJCA Past Participant “Young people need to know how they fit into the wider community and their own future. RJCA allows that to happen through meaningful conversations.” -RJCA Community Member

“I am very thankful for this program and would encourage others that have made poor choices to take this route. It allows you to grow from your mistakes and become a better person. I had many positive experiences with this program. I now feel like a stronger person, and closer to my community.” -RJCA Past…

“I feel that I’ve gained a greater appreciation for the impact that my actions can make on the community. I also learned that I am not immune to the power of the law, even though as a teenager I may feel that way sometimes.” -RJCA Past Participant “Great alternative to dealing with the court system,…

“My experience with RJCA allowed me the opportunity to learn and grow from my actions. It turned my feelings of shame and embarrassment into acceptance and understanding. It also gave me the chance to get involved in my community, which gave me a greater sense of connectedness.” -RJCA Past Participant “This program allows you to…

“RJCA provides the ability to restore the consequences of a crime and grow from the experience, rather than having it follow you on your record and impact your future in a damaging way. It disrupts a potential cycle of negativity and transforms it into a positive, productive experience for the participants and the community.” –…