Integrated Service Provider

Youth Guidance Outreach Services (YGOS) runs Diversionary Programmes as an Integrated Service Provider (ISP) designated by the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) to prevent offending, rehabilitate youths involved in minor offences or gang association, and divert suitable young persons from the criminal justice system.

Key components:

• Streetwise Programme (SWP) / Enhanced Streetwise Programme (ESWP): 6‑month preventive and rehabilitative programme for youths who associate with gangs or have minor roles in gang-related offences
• Guidance Programme (GP) / Positive Adolescent Sexuality Treatment (GP P.A.S.T): 6‑month pre‑Court diversionary programme for first‑time juvenile offenders who have committed minor offences
• Triage: Assessment interviews by social workers to complement police investigations and identify youths suitable for diversion from the criminal justice system

Core supports provided:

• Group work, individual and family counselling
• Ongoing monitoring and structured interventions
• Post‑care support to ensure continuity, reduce relapse risk, and strengthen resilience

Outcomes aimed for:

• Positive youth development and strengthened protective factors
• Successful community reintegration and reduced re‑offending risk