The California Conference for Equality and Justice (CCEJ) works to transform individuals and communities, heal conflicts and build real unity in Southern California. CCEJ’s project, “Building Connections for Youth Development and Resiliency,” keeps youth out of the criminal justice system by helping them develop their identities, socioemotional skills and leadership abilities through engaging in dialogue across differences, building positive connections with peers, family and teachers and using Restorative Justice practices to strengthen relationships and address conflict.
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