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A community of support
for every young person
in Los Angeles County.

The Department of Youth Development (DYD) partners with community organizations to connect youth and families to resources, opportunities, and care.

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Development

Education, mentorship, and career pathways for youth.

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Diversion

Second-chance options for youth instead of arrest or court.

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Youth Justice

Resources, care, and mentorship for youth in the justice system.

Did You Know?

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95% of young people who enroll in diversion stay out of trouble with the legal system
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Diversion saves $40,000 per young person compared to the traditional justice system
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DYD partners with over 75 community-based organizations to serve youth in LA County

Rooted in Us

DYD kicked off the “Rooted in Us” Summer Series by bringing music, youth performances, and service connections to LA County parks!

One on One with DYD

DYD Director David J. Carroll sat down with LA36’s Naibe Reynoso to discuss the transformative work underway to support youth in LA County.

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