| Purpose : |
The Pelican Narrows Life Skills Training Program will target approximately 500 First Nation youth, ages 9-15, to reduce their engagement in high-risk behaviour and involvement, or potential involvement, in criminal activities. This crime prevention project will use the Botvin Life Skills Training program, and will be supported by cultural learning. The Botvin Life Skills Training program is a school-based prevention program that targets tobacco, alcohol, and drug abuse among youth. It educates youth through knowledge and skill development specifically designed to help youth resist peer pressure, build positive self-image, develop effective problem solving skills, and build healthy relationships. |