WORKING WITH

YOUNG PEOPLE IN AND AROUND

THE JUSTICE SYSTEM

(2 DAY TRAINING)

At 16 Yards, we provide specialised training for social workers, youth workers, community workers, and educators who engage with young people who have experienced the justice system or are at risk of entering it. Our training has been developed with unique insights from our lived experience consultants, each of whom has personal experience with the justice system. These voices are at the heart of what we offer, ensuring that our approach is grounded in real-world understanding.

What You’ll Learn

Our two-day interactive training covers critical areas to help professionals better engage with and support young people:

Interactive and Engaging Format

Our training isn’t just theoretical. It’s practical, interactive, and grounded in lived experiences. We feature videos from extensive interviews with young people who have navigated the justice system, giving you direct insights into their challenges, resilience, and growth.

Practical Tools for Lasting Impact

We equip you with actionable tools to enhance your engagement and boost the personal development of the young people you work with. From shifting mindsets to setting effective goals and staying focused on growth, our model is designed to help practitioners foster real transformation.

Our Model: Empowering Positive Change

Our model for identity transformation offers a unique pathway for individuals seeking purposeful change and growth. Developed through evidence-informed practices, it emphasises both mindset shifts and self-determination as foundational pillars.

Our approach fosters a supportive, open environment where individuals can gain new perspectives, build meaningful connections, and recognise the transferable skills they already possess. By setting purposeful goals and cultivating sustainable life structures, our model guides personal growth that lasts.

Rooted in practical application and ongoing refinement, this model remains a dynamic part of our work, designed to create genuine opportunities for self-directed, positive change.

Delivered by Experts with Lived Experience

The training is led by Shayne Hood and Dr. Stephane Shepherd, alongside young people from our team, bringing authentic insights and expertise to each session. This mix of professional knowledge and lived experience creates a learning environment that is both informative and deeply impactful.

Join us for this transformative two-day training to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people.