Breaking cycles of incarceration and building structure, discipline, and purpose.
For youth navigating detention or incarceration they often face challenges that extend far beyond the justice system.
1/2
Of youth in secure facilities have four or more Adverse Childhood Experiences
70%
Of justice-involved youth have a diagnosable mental health disorder
857,000
Texas students receive special education services through an IEP
What this means for teens:
One-on-one mentorship and guidance.
Re-entry support after detention or incarceration.
Life skills and behavioral development.
Partnerships with juvenile facilities and schools.

The team at Fight For Your Light partners directly with juvenile detention centers across the Dallas/Fort Worth metropolitan area to deliver a faith-based program while youth are still in the justice system. Once released, each teen is paired with a mentor who supports their re-entry into the community by helping them plan for the future and develop the life skills they need to thrive.
Beyond one-on-one mentorship, community events bring the wider community together to build a strong, lasting network of support around every young person in the program. More on upcoming events can be found on the Get Involved page.
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