Expanding Justice and Support Services for Young Adults at YOU’s Joan’s Place
Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU) is excited to announce that the London Justice Centre has expanded and is now operating out of YOU’s Joan’s Place. This new onsite presence brings critical justice-related supports directly to the space where many young people in London already access services.
The London Justice Centre serves young adults aged 18 to 24 involved in the criminal justice system by providing wrap-around supports that address the root causes of their involvement. By offering these services onsite at Joan’s Place, YOU can better meet youth where they are and provide coordinated, timely help in a familiar and trusted location.
The Justice Centre is a collaborative effort between YOU, CMHA Thames Valley, St. Leonard’s Community Services, Anova, Changing Ways, Legal Aid Ontario, the Ontario Court of Justice and the Ministry of the Attorney General.
Steve Cordes, CEO of Youth Opportunities Unlimited, shared, “The community of London proudly welcomes the expansion of the London Justice Centre in YOU’s Joan Place where together we can ensure access to the training, employment and housing supports that meaningfully benefit many young adults in the criminal justice system. This expansion reflects our shared commitment to supporting individuals navigating the justice system with dignity and respect. By broadening the Centre’s reach and resources, we are building a more inclusive and responsive environment – the impact will be profound for those youth and for our community.”
With the Justice Centre based at Joan’s Place, young people can access court proceedings integrated with legal services, housing, mental health, addictions, education, and employment supports without additional barriers. This onsite model ensures timely, integrated support tailored to each individual’s needs.
By strengthening these pathways inside YOU’s space, the London Justice Centre is helping more young adults avoid or exit the justice system and build stable, positive futures.
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