Colorado Department Of Human Services, Division Of Youth Corrections Strategic Plan
The strategic plan outlines the Colorado Department of Human Services, Division of Youth Corrections' (DYC) comprehensive approach to prevent sexual violence in youth correctional facilities, focusing on compliance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) standards. Key strategic pillars include developing and implementing robust policies and procedures, providing extensive staff training and awareness programs, cultivating a culture of safety and respect grounded in core values, conducting continuous operational and youth risk assessments, ensuring timely access to medical and mental health care for victims, and utilizing ongoing data collection and analysis to inform prevention and response efforts. The plan aims to integrate PREA into all facets of the agency's culture and operations to uphold legal and moral obligations for youth protection.