Ototema II is a program about friendship where male and female adult volunteers are matched in a one-to-one relationship with a male or female youth who is in conflict with the law. The youths in this program are between the ages of 7 - 18 and include those who are on probation and youths who are incarcerated at the Manitoba Youth Center for non-violent offences. Youths participate in this program voluntarily and are thoroughly screened to ensure the safety of everyone involved. Volunteers - Have a special interest in Restorative Justice, Corrections and/or the Justice System
- Are kind, caring people from all walks of life
- Have 2-4 hours twice a month to share
Activities - Pool
- Cultural based activities
- Movies
- Baseball games
- Wii
- Agency events
- Hockey games
- Play chess
- Football games
As a volunteer you will have access to agency events and free tickets/movie passes, an opportunity to participate in Aboriginal cultural activities, and an orientation to the Youth Justice System. Quotes "It is a way of showing that the system offers you a person, who can do more one on one with you, and offer help that probation officers or bail officers are too busy to do. They can spend time that has got significance and meaning, rather than just one meeting in an office to check on you." - Little from Ototema II "..it's a friendly bond that teaches kids that there's nothing that is expected from them but respect, and teaches them the qualities of a good friendship bond and how to establish them in the community - and what to look for when choosing friends in the future."
- Big from Ototema II 
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