The Purpose of the National Association of Youth Courts, Inc.

  • To serve as an information clearinghouse for Youth/Peer/Teen Courts across the U.S.
    • Access relevant resources that can assist community and program leaders with the development, implementation, and sustenance of delinquency prevention and intervention services. Forms, procedures, and protocols used in successful programs are also available.
  • Personal Training & Technical Assistance is a phone call away:
    • Telephone, written and/or on-site support for program development, implementation and/or enhancement of program services.

 

Why Join the National Association of Youth Courts, Inc.?

Like all professional organizations, Membership in NAYC allows for a gathering of intelligent, like-minded
professionals that are immersed in the inner workings of their Youth/Peer/Teen Court, providing Members
with access to a variety of opinions and ideas. Additional benefits of Membership include:

  • Continuing Education: Membership in NAYC provides the opportunity to link up with other service
    providers. Members will learn from their peers and share their own program's services. Members can take
    advantage of mentoring relationships with experienced professionals who provide guidance and useful insights.
    These relationships provide a source of answers and solutions when facing challenging situations in your
    Youth/Peer/Teen court. The feeling that you have a support network behind you will boost your confidence
    when challenges arise regarding funding, recruiting volunteers, etc.
  • Professional Development: Membership can help you emerge as a community leader by expanding your
    knowledge of the diverse services provided by Youth/Teen/Peer Courts across the U.S. Members are enabled to
    educate stakeholders, not just about your agency/program services, but about other options for expanded
    programming. Educating and interacting with the public about your program as well as others in the U.S.
    will enhance your ability to familiarize your community about Youth/Peer/Teen Court nationally.
  • Professional Credibility: Membership in NAYC demonstrates you understand the importance of professional
    networking and that you are invested in restorative juvenile justice. Member meetings, our conferences and
    virtual trainings are a great opportunity for meeting others and building your professional network.
  • Collective Action: NAYC supports policy developments that impact Teen/Youth Courts throughout the country.
    The accomplishments and participation of the agencies that make up membership in a professional organization
    have a significant presence that exceeds that of individual members. Membership in NAYC enables you to
    tap into and become part of the group’s potential to have an influence on youth diversion programs.
    Joining the National Association of Youth Courts, Inc. is beneficial for professional development. The
    connections and friendships you will make, the resources available to you, and the ideas and advice
    you’ll discover, represent an outstanding return on what amounts to a modest investment of time, money,
    and effort.