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Updates from the Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS), the #juvenilejustice agency for the District of Columbia. RT ≠ Endorsement. #DYRSDC

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NEW: Dir. Abed, Dep.Dir. Trina Lyles, recently met Chief of Prevention Services John Mein at the Oasis Reserve, where they gathered in the treehouse connected to the reserve's zipline and learned more about the outdoor programming. Stay tuned for more exciting updates!
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The DYRS Tiny House Project is helping youth build more than homes. They're building skills, confidence, & career pathways. DYRS' Kenny Dudley is teaching youth every step of the construction process, from framing to roofing. #DYRS #TinyHouse #WorkforceDevelopment
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It’s Official: Oct. is Youth Justice Action Month, a time to recognize the importance of uplifting young people and the communities that support them. We remain committed to encouraging youth voices and helping youth build strong foundations. # DYRS #YJAM
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NEW: Dir. Sam Abed & the General Counsel joined DC Councilman Zachary Parker for today’s roundtable on proposed regulations that guide decisions when concerns arise for youth in our care. We appreciated the discussion and remain committed to fair processes and community safety.
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JUST IN — Community partnerships bring balance. DYRS Director Sam Abed, Deputy Director Trina Lyles, Chief Integrity Officer S.Eubanks and Jenise “Mama Jo” Patterson of Parent Watch came together in a shared effort to support families and youth. #DYRS
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Kickstart your career with our 10-week HVAC certification program! Open to youth ages 16-24, offering hands-on training, resume building, job placement support, and paid internships—projected start date: October 5, 2026. Sign up today!
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Today, our DYRS team trained with the Elders Council on engaging youth and families, highlighting parents as key partners. We discussed strategies for transparency and accountability to ensure every family feels heard. #DYRS #EldersCouncil #YouthEngagement #FamilySupport
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As storm recovery continues across DC. Place fallen branches/debris from your property or vehicle at your trash collection point or in a tree box. Do NOT place debris in roads, bike lanes or sidewalks.
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Recovery efforts from last night’s storm are ongoing & we're coordinating w/ @DDOTDC, @DCDPW, @DCDGS, @311DCgov, @PepcoConnect & others. If you've previously reported a downed tree to 311, pls avoid making a 2nd report. District crews are working hard to address all reports!
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DYRS’ 4th Annual Back2School event brought families together for backpacks, uniforms, books, free haircuts, and community resources. DYRS’ continued efforts to support young people and connect them with the resources, relationships, and opportunities.
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We love seeing our professional sports teams partner with DC Government to create meaningful opportunities for our communities. Congrats to the cohort who graduated last week from the Twinning Project! dcnewsnow.com/news/dc-united…

DC United, DYRS team up to empower incarcerated youth through Twinning Project

About a dozen incarcerated youth are set to graduate this week from a new soccer-based mentoring program designed to build life skills and reduce recidivism.

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This week at PSJ: ✅@DCPoliceDept reached the milestone of 165 years serving DC. ✅Youth at @DYRSDC YSC graduated from the Twinning Project, a partnership with @dcunited. ✅Building security officials were briefed by the Freedom 250 Grand Prix planning team.
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Join us for a Back-2-School event on August 14, 2026, at RFK Campus! Get free backpacks, supplies, and more while connecting with local schools and agencies. Don't miss this fun-filled day! #BackToSchool #Community #SupportNetwork
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Get ready for an epic day of fun at the 2026 SYEP Showcase! Join us on August 5th from 12-2 PM at THEARC for comedy, games, giveaways, and more. Don’t miss out! 🎉🎭 #SYEPShowcase #FunDay
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Creating opportunities for youth to learn, grow, and connect. This week, DMPSJ’s YRT team partnered with @DYRS_DC’s OASIS program for a day of mentorship, team-building, and growth. Together, we’re helping youth build skills and positive connections that support their success.
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Opportunity alert: DYRS is seeking local organizations to deliver impactful mentorship programs. Deadline: August 14, 2026. More info at tiny.cc/DYRSRFA.
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Empower your community! DYRS is awarding up to $2.3 million to build and manage projects supporting justice-involved youth and their families. Apply by August 7, 2026, to make a difference. #YouthEmpowerment #CommunitySupport #GrantOpportunity
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Unlock your hair braiding potential with VOLT's 8-week program for youth ages 14-24. Dive into creativity and skills starting July 13, 2026! #HairBraiding #YouthEmpowerment #DMVYouth
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY: UFC Freedom 250 From 6/12-6/14 multiple street closures around DC. Plan Ahead, Ride Metro, and Sign Up for Alert DC. There will be parking restrictions & street closures that motorists should take into consideration: mpdc.dc.gov/release/traffic-…
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Join DYRS in making a difference. We're seeking community partners to support justice-involved youth. Apply by June 5, 2026. More info at the link.
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