CALLING RESOURCE PROVIDERS, YOUTH-SERVING ORGANIZATIONS & COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Strengthening Connections Community Services (SCCS), W.E. C.A.R.E., and Men’s Mental Health Uncaved (MMHU) are hosting:

Cycle Breakers: Reclaiming Your Path

An empowering community event for youth impacted by the juvenile system — focused on second chances, healing, and real pathways forward.

This is a conversation + connection experience where youth and families can hear directly from leaders, get grounded in hope + accountability, and leave connected to supports that make change possible.

Saturday, February 8, 2026

1:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Columbus Metropolitan Library – Whitehall Branch

4445 E Broad St, Columbus, OH

Featuring:

Judge Lasheyl Stroud + Council Member Barroso de Padilla

Sharing insight and advocacy around second chances and justice-involved youth.

We’re inviting organizations that provide youth-supportive services, including:

SEL / Social-Emotional Learning

Mentorship / youth development

Therapy / counseling

Behavioral services / intervention supports

Case management / social services

Transitional housing / housing stability supports

Life skills / workforce readiness

Family supports + referrals