Seattle Team for Youth

WHAT IS SEATTLE TEAM FOR YOUTH?

Seattle Team for Youth (STFY) is a multi-agency community-based case management consortium established in 1989. It works with youth aged 11-18 years who are involved in gangs or at risk of gang involvement.

The program is a collaborative effort. The Seattle Police Department works in partnership with the City of Seattle Human Services Department, the Seattle School District, Public Health Seattle and King County School-Based Health Centers, King County Superior Court, and local community based agencies.

WHAT IS THE FOCUS OF THE PROGRAM?

• To prevent/reduce participation of youth in gangs
• To promote involvement or youth in lawful activities
• To provide resources and alternatives for youth and their families
• To prevent substance abuse among youth
• To promote collaboration between local education, juvenile justice, employment and social services

STFY SERVICES INCLUDE:

• Case management
• Drug and alcohol treatment
• Pre employment workshops
• Support groups
• Sports and recreation
• Leadership training/self esteem building
• Cultural activities
• Information and Referral

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Visit the City of Seattle Human Services STFY site

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