What does it look like to hold youth accountable for violent behavior? Today on Down the Rabbit Hole, Samantha, Tracie, Diane, and Amanda join us to discuss youth accountability. In this conversation, you’ll hear all about Amanda’s career and what led her to TCFV, what BIPP is, why we need teen-specific interventions, and so much more! We delve into how the Family Peace Initiative intervenes in youth accountability and its unique programs before discussing the topics the Center Against Sexual and Family Violence touches on during their youth programs. From the importance of parent involvement in youth accountability to co-facilitation to our hopes for the future of youth accountability, this episode covers it all, so be sure to tune in now! Please note, this episode carries a content warning for domestic violence, BIPPS, and youth violence, so please listen with care and take breaks when needed. 

Resources from the episode:

Family Peace Initiative – Youth Initiative Programming:

https://familypeaceinitiative.com/community-programs/youth-initiative

Center Against Sexual and Family Violence- Teen Intervention and Prevention Program: https://casfv.org/prevention-education/teen-intervention-prevention-program

LoveisRespect:

https://www.loveisrespect.org/

Texas Department of Criminal Justice- Community Justice Assistance Division: Battering Intervention andPrevention Program Accreditation Guidelines: https://www.tdcj.texas.gov/documents/BIPP_Accreditation_Guidelines.pdf