Returning Youth Initiative: New Jersey

New Jersey Counties

Union County


What are our goals in New Jersey?

  • Reduce recidivism, crime, racial tensions

  • Improve relationships between law enforcement and post incarcerated young adults

  • Bring new businesses and create jobs

  • Provide engaging and fun activities for young adults

  • Turning young adults into mentors

  • Foster young adult’s talents onto a national level

What do we currently offer in New Jersey?

We are establishing a Safe Haven in Burlington and Union County

Safe Haven is the facility for the community youth center. The Returning Youth Initiative staff enroll candidates separately from Safe Haven.


Meet our state team:

  • Heather Malloy Davis

  • David Cousins

  • Al Rahim

  • Jeff Dunn

  • Ishmael Bake

  • Suryanarayanan Gajapathy