This engaging series addresses the challenges today’s youth face and empowers them to make better decisions. Featuring the insights of former inmates, teachers, counselors, and people who work in the juvenile justice system, this series provides a unique perspective on what youth can do to build a support network, live healthy, and achieve success in school and in life.

This six-program series is available in two versions: one that speaks to young men and one that speaks to young women. Though they must overcome similar barriers, young men and women face different challenges as they grow up.

WHY AM I HERE AND WHAT'S NEXT?
This program begins to explore the major issues surrounding incarcerated youth. Young viewers hear from former inmates, counselors, teachers, and people who work in the juvenile justice system. Listening to their candid interviews, viewers will understand that they are not alone, every choice has a consequence, and making better choices can change their lives.

BLOOD FAMILY: FINDING SUPPORT
This program looks at a family’s influence on incarcerated youth. Viewers explore the relationship between families and illegal actions. Viewers learn three key concepts: They cannot choose their family. Their family can help and hurt them. They alone are accountable for their own actions.

CREATED FAMILY: CHOOSING FRIENDS WISELY
In this program, viewers learn why it’s important to have a strong support network. Also reinforces the idea that who viewers choose as friends can determine whether they live a life successfully or behind bars.

MY BODY, MY WELL-BEING
Demonstrates that good decision-making is essential to a healthy lifestyle. Discusses drugs and alcohol, sex, and personal hygiene. Viewers learn that addiction can be conquered and that their friends can encourage them to live a healthy lifestyle.

LIFE SKILLS
This program covers the skills and documents young people need to survive as adults. Viewers gain useful recommendations from counselors, former inmates, and others. Viewers also learn how to think ahead, access available resources, and manage their money.

CHANGING THE GAME FOR A BETTER LIFE
This program recognizes that change is never easy... but it is possible. In this program, youths learn how to change. They learn three vital points: Only they can make the choice to change their lives. A strong support group is needed to make change happen. And that they are worth it.