I think there’s no one set definition for who the “incarcerated youth” are. Everyone who ends up in those correctional facilities ahas a different story to tell and a world of different experiences. This is part of the reason why I thought the video by The Atlantic rung true when it mentioned building multiple correctional centers throughout the state instead of just having Bon Air. I think this idea goes along with the idea that the people being incarcerated at a young age are all so varied. What works for one person might not work for another, so having multiple different facilities to accommodate people who live in different places or have different backgrounds is a smart move in my opinion. Additionally, since Bel Air wasn’t built for correctional programing, I think a complete renovation of the facility like what was mentioned in the documentary, is a really good idea. By living in a place that’s obviously focused on correction, I’d imagine the youth living there would be more inclined to really work to improve, as opposed to the current Bel Air layout which makes correction feel like an afterthought. I assume there are a bunch of logistical issues that are hampering the progress of these changes, but I think that the effort required to make said changes happen will be well worth it in the long run.
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