ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS:

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April 15, 2024 - July 15, 2024                                (Fall Cohort Starts August 1, 2024) 

 

September 5, 2024 - November 5, 2024            (Spring Cohort Starts January 6, 2025)

 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Organizations chosen as DRJ Sites must participate within three months of approved funding. Only 35 organizations are selected nationwide per year.

ELIGIBILITY: (Your organization must fit the requirements listed below)

• Eligibility: DRJ Sites are selected based on the following criteria:

• Secondary Schools, Higher Education Institutions, Municipal Courts, Juvenile Justice Agencies, Youth Diversion Programs, Community Based Programs, Recreation Centers, Behavioral Health and Rehabilitation facilities

• Two or more organizations must be willing to participate from one rural, urban, or suburban area, serving the same youth populations across a region.

• Serves 50-5,000 youth or young adults between the ages of 10-24.

• Provide quarterly testimonials and feedback.

• Eager to embrace innovation and willingness to form collaborative relationships.

• Openness to participate in the change process of utilizing an alternative disciplinary tool.

SELECTION:

• Organizations selected as “Discipline Reimagined Sites” will work to implement best practices in reducing youth and young adult crimes and school suspensions while protecting and promoting mental health and recidivism. 

• Funding for 18 out of 34 participating sites will be allocated on a first-come-first-serve basis.

• You will be notified via email if your organization is selected to participate.

• Organizations not selected to participate in the fall cohort will automatically be admitted to the spring or summer session.

 

INCLUDES: DRJ sites receive hands-on support to implement an effective disciplinary system that helps reduce school suspensions and prevent juvenile delinquency in their communities. DRJ sites will partner with AGZ to equip their frontline staff with the tools required to create a positive environment for all. DRJ sites will receive annual comprehensive support, including the opportunity to select course topics and cast, customizable professional development training and youth assemblies, programming assistance for family engagement, telehealth counseling for youth, monthly one-on-one coaching for select staff, cross-sector networking, invitations to attend events, opportunities to present their organization's progress for media outlets and conferences, and guidance and support from esteemed local and national brands.