Qualitative study explores engagement mechanisms for at-risk youth in humane education diversion programs, highlighting implications for improvement.
Humane education is an effective tool to enhance engagement and motivation in the classroom. It may also be utilized as an intervention for at-risk youth populations to fortify socioemotional competencies, like empathy, that contribute to prosocial behaviors and reduce violence and crime. Yet there remains little information about what is most engaging within humane education programs targeting vulnerable youth. This study draws upon multiple qualitative data sources to examine specific mechanisms of change regarding engagement among post-arrest diverted youth in a stand-alone humane education program. Ultimately, it demonstrates the potential of humane education for the youth in diversion.
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