A big batch of criminology students from the Central Philippines State University at Kabankalan visited Bahay Pag-asa to learn more about programs for children in conflict with the law. They were an attentive, polite and friendly bunch of future law enforcement officers and we were delighted to have them visit us. The residents toured them around the center and told them a little about their experiences of being at BPYC. Programs like this are very important because these young people will be the first contact that many CICLs (children in conflict with the law) have with the law. If these criminology students see CICLs not so much as criminals but as future responsible citizens, then they will work with us to provide the opportunities to steer kids away from crime and into safe, happy and productive lives.
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