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Child Protection
Early intervention not youth detention

Early intervention not youth detention

Evidence shows that putting children and young people behind bars does far more harm than good. We need to address the root causes of youth offending rather than rely on punitive responses.

“Keep fighting for their rights”

“Keep fighting for their rights”

Katie Brennan has firsthand experience of the positive impact of child protection. Now, as Youth Off The Streets’ Refuges Team Leader, she describes how she and her team provide young people with the safety and support they need.