Safe Communities Innovation Fund
RADAR: Re-engaging Academically Disconnected Adolescents Respectfully
| Lead Partnering Agency: |
Burns Memorial Fund |
| SCIF Funding: |
$1,128,750 over three years |
| Contact: |
Ronni Abraham, Project Manager
Phone: (403) 520-1510
Email: rabraham@bgcc.ab.ca
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| Description: |
RADAR specifically addresses the needs of homeless youth aged 13 to 15 with an accumulation of risk factors. This program provides wraparound services including education, health, mental health, addictions treatment, and mentorship to help reconnect them with school, family and community. |
| News Release: |
High-risk youth receive support to reduce crime and involvement with gangs |
See also:
Approved SCIF project listingThe following projects have been publically announced by the Safe Communities partner ministries and may help other interested communities plan projects and apply for funding for their own SCIF initiatives.