Minority Family Advocacy Program
The goal of the MFAP is to reduce the number of minority youth committed to the Division of Youth Corrections (DYC). This is accomplished through community-based family advocacy that is provided to minority youth and their families who have become involved in the juvenile justice system. Referrals are received from other community agencies for youth that are involved with or at risk of involvement with the juvenile justice system.
The MFAP provides services to an average of 60 at-risk minority youth and their families each year. Financial support is provided by the Mesa Co. Dept. of Human Services, Division of Youth Corrections and the Colorado Division of Criminal Justice.
MFAP Components/Services include:
Case Management
• Attend court proceedings
• Interpret Spanish speaking clients
• Design, develop and implement treatment plans
• Represent families at MART (Multi-Agency Review Team)
• Help youth find positive recreational activities
Advocacy
• Provide one-on-one supervision for youth in program.
• Offer wholesome companionship.
• Provide positive role modeling.
• Provide positive recreational activities.
• Teach social skills.
• Tutor when needed.
Division of Youth Corrections Mentoring
• Same as Advocacy component except focuses on DYC youth that are in community placements and Parole.
Las Chicas
• Designed for at-risk Latina youth, ages 12-17
• Promotes educational and enrichment activities
• Reinforce respect and self-worth
• Provide mentorship