News Summary
Volunteers for Youth Justice initiates a drive to collect school uniforms for students in Caddo Parish to promote attendance and ease financial burdens on families.
Shreveport – Volunteers for Youth Justice (VYJ) has launched a Truancy Assessment and Service Center (TASC) School Uniform Drive aimed at ensuring that every student in Caddo Parish and surrounding areas has access to necessary school uniforms for the upcoming school year. This initiative is designed to alleviate financial burdens for families while promoting school attendance among local youth.
The uniform drive will run until the start of the 2025-26 school year, with donation bins placed strategically throughout Shreveport to encourage community participation. VYJ is seeking new and gently used school uniforms in all sizes, catering to a diverse range of students.
All donated uniforms will directly benefit children and youth who are served by VYJ’s TASC program, which plays a crucial role in helping families overcome challenges that may impede consistent school attendance. This is particularly important as regular school attendance is linked to better academic performance and future success.
Alex Person, the director of community engagement at VYJ, highlighted the significant impact of proper school uniforms on children’s confidence and self-esteem. Uniforms are often associated with a sense of belonging and can provide students with a positive outlook as they engage with their peers and educators. The Uniform Closet at The Harbor, a resource center specifically for families in need, will store the donated uniforms, making them readily available for distribution.
Community members interested in helping with the drive can either donate uniforms or host a donation bin at their business. VYJ encourages local businesses to reach out via phone or email for further details on how to participate in this initiative.
VYJ is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing intervention, prevention, and advocacy services for children and youth in crisis across Northwest Louisiana. The organization offers a variety of programs, including Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), Families in Need of Services (FINS), Youth Programs, The Family Resource Center, and Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI). These services help address the needs of at-risk youth and build stronger communities.
By facilitating access to school uniforms, VYJ’s TUAS initiative not only supports the academic needs of local children but also strengthens the overall commitment of the community to ensuring every child has the resources needed to succeed. The organization believes that when families have the tools to support their children’s education, it fosters a positive learning environment conducive to success.
As the school year approaches, the importance of community involvement cannot be overstated. For families feeling the pinch of rising educational costs, VYJ’s uniform drive offers a practical solution to one of the many hurdles they may face. With the continued support of the community, VYJ aims to ensure that no child faces barriers to attending school, starting with the fundamental provision of proper school uniforms.
For more information on the School Uniform Drive or to learn how to get involved, individuals and businesses are encouraged to contact Volunteers for Youth Justice at 318-425-4413 or via email.
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- Google Search: Volunteers for Youth Justice
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- Wikipedia: School Uniform
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