Building Educational Support for Visiting Youth in Delaware
GrantID: 3989
Grant Funding Amount Low: $600
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $7,500
Summary
Grant Overview
Educational Workshops for Visiting Youth in Delaware
Delaware is implementing a crucial educational initiative aimed at supporting children visiting their incarcerated activist parents. With approximately 5,000 children impacted by parental incarceration in this small state, the concurrent challenge of educational disruption is significant. Many of these children struggle with maintaining academic progress while coping with the emotional strain of separation, necessitating an innovative approach to concurrently address their educational and emotional needs during visitations.
Eligible participants for this initiative are children and youth up to age 24 who are facing the complexities of having a parent incarcerated due to their activism. This population is often burdened with not only emotional distress but also interruptions to their educational continuity, particularly in urban areas like Wilmington where a high concentration of these families reside.
The initiative will provide educational workshops that coincide with family visit days. This means that as children visit their parents, they will also have opportunities for tutoring and academic support designed to align with their school curriculum. Local educators and organizations will partner to facilitate these workshops, ensuring that the program is tailored to the academic needs of the children while also being sensitive to the emotional contexts of their visits.
Funding will support the development of curriculum-based activities that engage youth academically while providing a safe space for emotional expression. Research shows that educational continuity is a key factor in improving long-term outcomes for children of incarcerated parents, making this initiative a vital addition to Delaware’s approach to youth welfare and educational support. By concurrently addressing their emotional and academic needs, the program aims to foster resilience and stability in an otherwise disruptive period.
Delaware's approach, distinct from neighboring states, underscores a commitment to providing holistic support for children of incarcerated activist parents. By prioritizing educational workshops during visits, this initiative not only helps bridge gaps in learning but also demonstrates a profound understanding of the interconnected challenges faced by these youth. Through this multifaceted strategy, Delaware aims to create a supportive network that promotes both academic success and emotional well-being for affected children.
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