Mission

The mission of the S.Q.U.I.R.E.S. Youth Diversion Program is to empower young people to make positive life choices by providing education, mentorship, leadership, and the guidance of credible mentors with lived experience. Through accountability, personal growth, and community engagement, S.Q.U.I.R.E.S. strives to reduce youth involvement in violence, gangs, substance abuse, and the criminal legal system while inspiring participants to become confident, responsible, and productive members of their communities.