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Photos courtesy of The Ridge Project

A TYRO Dad with his son.

Co-owner Ron Tijerina (center) works with TYROs at the W.O.R.T.H. Center in Ohio.

main purpose of this workshop, and participants are given help from their mentors on how to make incre- mental steps towards their goals each day. Vision Part 2: The second part of the vision work- shop helps participants identify all of the relationships they have in their lives, as well as relationships that they need to form in order to successfully operate in society. TYROs learn the importance of receiving help from their communities, families and, if applicable, their parole/probation officers in order to success- fully reintegrate into society. This workshop helps participants develop a plan for a circle of support and enhances community connectedness. 8 Legacy This workshop is designed for TYROs and their fami- lies to expand upon their newly developed life plan and develop the ideals that they want their family to hold as well as the lifestyle they’d like to live. Participants write a

mission statement for their families that represents wants and needs for the future, rather than thinking of the pain

and mistakes of the past. 9 Living with a label

Becoming cognizant of the hurdles and challenges that await TYROs as they continue their journey are explored in this stage of the program. Participants identify limitations that were placed upon them, as well as on their families, by themselves or by society and develop a plan to overcome them. Overcoming societal and personal challenges helps TYROs enhance their personal responsibilities, which ultimately helps their families. 10 Live The final workshop is a celebration of the accom- plishment of attaining the title of TYRO. Participants reflect on their progress throughout their journey and are informed about further courses and education to further achieve the new way of life that they will encounter. →

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