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Black Youth Re-engagement and Diversion Program

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10 Gillingham Dr, Unit 308
Brampton, ON
L6X 5A5
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905-460-9514/647-553-9514
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Fax: 905-460-9769
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Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Last update: Mar 10, 2026: Suggest an edit
Application
Call office

Eligibility / Target Population
Black youth involved with the Justice System

Fees
None

Executives
Wambui Karanja - Executive Director
905-460-9514 ext 224 * wkaranja@africancommunityservices.com

Languages
English ; Arabic ; Fanti ; Ga ; Somali ; Swahili ; Twi

Area Served
Peel Region

Accessibility
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Description of Services:
An initiative that addresses the overrepresentation of Black youth in the justice system and provide community-based support. The program focuses on timely and individualized interventions to reduce reoffending behaviors, promote positive outcomes, and strengthen connections between youth, their families, and their communities

  • provide trauma-informed support tailored to the needs of Black youth
  • deliver interventions to address offending behaviors and reduce justice system involvement
  • empower youth to reclaim their identity and build self-worth through leadership development and mentorship
  • strengthen ties to family, community, and culture through wraparound services and support

AboutUs

Non Profit community based charitable organization providing settlement and integration services and programs to facilitate early settlement of newcomers to Peel and the surrounding areas

Last Updated: Mar 10, 2026: Suggest an edit
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