Joanna Conrad

08/31/2025

🚨 We’ve Moved! 🚨

Youth Diversion is excited to announce that we’ve moved into our new home!

Our New Address:
Cottage 5
3640 Wells Street, Windsor ON N9C 1T9

Our phone and email remain the same:
☎ 519-253-3340
✉ info@essexcountydiversion.com

We look forward to welcoming our partners, families, and community to our new space as we continue delivering prevention, education, and intervention services for children and youth across Windsor & Essex County.

08/22/2025

Violence in schools doesn’t start and end in the classroom—it’s a community-wide challenge.

On the AM800 CKLW Dan MacDonald Show, Joanna spoke about what Youth Diversion is seeing firsthand and how we can work together to support kids before things escalate.

This is about building safer spaces for all children to learn and grow.

https://www.iheart.com/podcast/962-the-dan-macdonald-show-sou-76578042/

08/22/2025

Classroom evacuations are becoming routine in Windsor-Essex schools as violent incidents rise (CTV News).

What happens in our schools doesn’t begin and end there—it’s a reflection of the challenges youth are facing in their homes, communities, and social circles.

At Youth Diversion, we see firsthand how early intervention, accountability, and support can change the trajectory for young people. By addressing the why behind the behaviour—stress, trauma, lack of coping skills—we help youth build resilience and find healthier paths forward.

Schools, families, and community partners can’t do this work alone. It takes all of us to create safe spaces for youth and ensure classrooms remain places of learning, not fear.

If you’re a parent, educator, or community member looking for resources, presentations, or referrals, visit 👉 www.ecyouthdiversion.ca

08/20/2025

08/15/2025

08/08/2025

💛 Big thanks to Hussein Khalil Insurance for dropping off a care package for our youth today! Your support means so much.

07/28/2025

😅 Some of you just opened your chat history real quick, didn’t you?

Here’s what to keep in mind:
- Don’t treat ChatGPT like your therapist. It’s not confidential.
- Think before you share sensitive info — deleted chats might still exist.
- Avoid using AI for personal or legal matters you wouldn’t want on record.

Until laws catch up, AI privacy is not guaranteed. Use with caution.

Heads up: Sam Altman confirmed ChatGPT chats can be used in court — they carry no legal confidentiality like conversations with a therapist or lawyer.

Key Takeaway? Think twice before sharing your most personal details in AI chats.

07/23/2025

🌞 Social Skills Summer Camp – Leamington
Limited Spots Just Opened for July 28 - August 1!!

Is your child between 7–11 years old?
👫 Are you looking for a fun, supportive way to build social confidence, teamwork, and emotional resilience this summer?

✨ Good news! A few spots just opened up for our popular Social Skills Summer Camp in Leamington – starting next week!

Campers will:
✅ Make new friends
✅ Build communication & problem-solving skills
✅ Learn through games, role play & creative activities
✅ Gain confidence in a supportive environment

📅 Dates: Monday July 28 - Friday August 1
📍 Location: Leamington Rec Centre
🕘 Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
💰 Cost: $125

🔔 Spots are VERY limited – don’t miss out on this last-minute chance!
📩 Email acsele@essexcountydiversion.com or scan the barcode to register now.