To serve as an information clearinghouse for Youth\/Peer\/Teen Courts across the U.S<\/p>\n
a. National Program Locator-Find out where a Teen\/Youth\/ Peer Court is near you!<\/p>\nb. Access downloadable resource information that can assist community & program leaders with To serve as an information clearinghouse for Youth\/Peer\/Teen Courts across the U.S a. National Program Locator-Find out where a Teen\/Youth\/ Peer Court is near you! b. Access downloadable resource information that can assist community & program leaders with the development, implementation & sustenance of delinquency prevention & intervention services as well. Forms, Procedures & Protocols…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/youthcourtoldsite.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/251"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/youthcourtoldsite.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/youthcourtoldsite.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/youthcourtoldsite.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/youthcourtoldsite.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=251"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/youthcourtoldsite.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/251\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":427,"href":"https:\/\/youthcourtoldsite.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/251\/revisions\/427"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/youthcourtoldsite.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=251"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nthe development, implementation & sustenance of delinquency prevention & intervention
\nservices as well. Forms, Procedures & Protocols used in successful programs are available.\n\na. Telephone, written &\/or on-site support for program development, implementation and\/or
\nenhancement of program services.\n\nLike all professional organizations, Membership in NAYC allows for a gathering of intelligent, like-minded
\nprofessionals that are immersed in the inner workings of their Youth\/Peer\/Teen Court, providing Members
\nwith access to a variety of opinions and ideas. Additional benefits of Membership include:\n\u2022 Continuing Education:<\/strong> Membership in NAYC provides the opportunity to link up with other service
\nproviders. Members will learn from their peers and share their own program’s services. Members can take
\nadvantage of mentoring relationships with more experienced people who provide guidance and useful insights.
\nThese relationships provide a source of answers and solutions when facing challenging situations in your
\nYouth\/Peer\/Teen court. The feeling that you have a support network behind you will boost your confidence
\nwhen challenges regarding funding, recruiting volunteers, etc., arise,\n\u2022 Professional Development:<\/strong> Membership can help you emerge as a community leader by expanding your
\nknowledge of the diverse services provided by Youth\/Teen\/Peer Courts across the U.S. Members are enabled to
\neducate people, not just about your agency\/program services, but about other options for expanded services.
\nEducating and interacting with the public about your program as well as others in the U.S. will enhance
\nyour ability to familiarize your community about Youth\/Peer\/Teen Court nationally,\n\u2022 Professional Credibility:<\/strong> Membership in NAYC demonstrates you understand the importance of professional
\nnetworking and that you are an invested member of the career field in which you are employed.\n\u2022 Political Clout & Action:<\/strong> NAYC supports legislative developments that impact Teen\/Youth Courts throughout
\nyour state and across America e.g. the development of FSS 938.19 as a primary funding source for Florida’s
\nTeen Courts. This revenue source was a direct outcome of the Florida Association of Teen Courts, Inc. The
\naccomplishments and participation of the agencies that make up Membership in a professional organization
\nhave a significant political presence that exceeds that of individual members. Membership in NAYC enables
\nyou to tap into and become part of the group’s potential to have political influence.\nJoining the National Association of Youth Courts, Inc. is beneficial for professional development and your
\ncareer. The connections and friendships you will make, the resources made available to you, and the ideas
\nand advice you’ll discover, represent an outstanding return on what amounts to a modest investment of
\ntime, money and effort. Additional Info: Membership Chair ~Devon Moore dmoore@westlafayette.in.gov\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"