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Volunteer mediators responding to Halifax neighbourhood squabbles instead of police? This pilot will test it out The pilot program will train community volunteers to respond to the many fights and disagreements between neighbours.

#Halifax #NS is redirecting resources to a new pilot program to help communities resolve #disputes without engaging police and municipla services. The program offers dispute resolution through #UnitedWay to help community hubs. #communitybasedsolutions

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Nebraska bill raises truancy petition age, concerns over early intervention services arise Experts express fears that raising truancy age disrupts support for at-risk youth.

Nebraska lawmakers are debating a controversial bill that could disrupt vital support for at-risk youth by raising the truancy petition age from 11 to 13.

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Growthworks expands community programs to divert youth from juvenile justice system Growthworks emphasizes community-based programming to keep youth out of detention facilities.

Michigan is pioneering a compassionate approach to juvenile justice by emphasizing community-based programs that keep at-risk youth out of detention and in their homes.

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Addison Housing Works expands support for families exiting homelessness with new programs Addison Housing Works reports rising demand for services aiding formerly homeless families transitioning to stability.

Vermont's Human Services Committee reveals a significant surge in housing support for families exiting homelessness, with a promising increase in affordable units dedicated to this vulnerable population.

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