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Tag: youth
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Read the full article: http://www.bradenton.com/news/local/education/article149961312.html
News: Washington State: Legislature passes series of landmark bills expanding opportunity for homeless, foster youth
News: Florida: Formerly homeless FIU student overcomes odds, earns degree
Read the full article: http://wsvn.com/news/local/formerly-homeless-fiu-student-overcomes-odds-earns-degree/
Resource: Youth leaving #juvenilejustice system often need help navigating resources. #YouthMattersPhilly makes it easier: www.youthmattersphilly.org
News: Buffalo : Another Voice: Changes in juvenile justice policies acknowledge undisputed facts
News: New England: Under 18 or Under 21: Defining The ‘Juvenile’ In Juvenile Court
Read the full article: http://nepr.net/post/under-18-or-under-21-defining-juvenile-juvenile-court#stream/0
News: Illinois: Jefferson senior launches chess program to fight juvenile delinquency
Resource: Are you in foster care? Aged out of care? Experiencing homelessness or struggling to find housing, employment, health care, or other services in Philadelphia? Youth Matters: Philly is for you.
http://www.youthmattersphilly.org/
This app is designed to help Philly youth find and access local resources, like shelters, housing, foodbanks, healthcare providers, and more. Life is hectic, stressful, and sometimes it can be hard to find the information you need. This app will help you connect to nearby resources and services. Use the search functions to see a map of local resources and advocates who can help you right now.
Key features:
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Search for resources and services.
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See a map of local resources or switch to a list view.
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Get important info on each resource, like hours, contact information, and location.
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Get directions to any resource from your current location.
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Text a resource to yourself or someone else.
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Rate resources and services you’ve used.