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Transforming Juvenile Justice: JRB Pros Dive into Advanced Restorative Training

By Katiana Smith | May 8, 2023

What happens when you combine dedicated Juvenile Review Board (JRB) Case Managers, Administrators, and Facilitators with an innovative training program? The answer: a powerful shift in the world of juvenile justice. Thanks to the Greater Danbury LIST, a two-day Advanced Restorative Justice Training at Waterbury Youth Services recently made waves in the field. Led by…

Local Agencies Join Hands for a Dynamic RED Community-Wide Meeting

By Katiana Smith | May 8, 2023

Recently, community representatives joined forces for a lively Racial & Ethnic Disparities (RED) community-wide meeting, facilitated by Waterbury Youth Services (WYS). The goal was to analyze data on youth demographics in the juvenile justice system and school disciplinary practices and find ways to reduce the disproportionate effects on youth of color. The meeting featured a…

STIRring Up Change: Spring Break in DC

By Katiana Smith | May 5, 2023

Spring break is usually a time to kick back and relax, but for the students in Waterbury’s STIR program, it was an opportunity to connect, learn, and ignite change. These high school juniors and seniors, along with their facilitator Jurea, embarked on an unforgettable trip to Washington DC to deepen their understanding of systemic racism…

Passion Meets Purpose: WYS Advocates at YSB Day!

By Katiana Smith | May 3, 2023

On April 26th, 2023, Waterbury Youth Services (WYS) team members Dominiqua, Rasheeda, and Olivia attended the Connecticut Youth Services Association (CYSA) YSB Day at the Capitol in Hartford, CT. They met with legislators to emphasize the crucial role that Youth Service Bureaus (YSBs) play in our communities. Thanks to CYSA’s leadership and support, WYS is…

Waterbury Youth Services Ignites a Passion for Learning at Youth Health, Wellness and Financial Reality Fair

By Katiana Smith | May 3, 2023

Local Youth Empowered with Essential Knowledge for Healthy and Financially Responsible Lives On April 12th, Waterbury Youth Services (WYS) captivated the crowds with their dynamic presence at the Youth Health, Wellness and Financial Reality Fair. Hosted by the Northwest Regional Workforce Investment Board (NRWIB), the fair aimed to equip local youth with the vital tools…

Lupines to Bloom at Waterbury Youth Services for Earth Day

By Katiana Smith | May 1, 2023

Waterbury Youth Services (WYS) extends heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated volunteers from the United Way of Greater Waterbury, the Small Manufacturers Association of Connecticut (SMA), and staff from Unipharm, Inc. and Click Bond, Inc. who brought the spirit of community and environmental stewardship to life on Earth Day. Their hard work will transform WYS grounds…