Bored children or young people often commit offences for 'kicks'. We need to think of other forms of recreation which are more constructive and less harmful to the community and the individual concerned. They provide the opportunity for the young to learn to prize family and community approval. We need talented leaders for the future . Participation in community programs helps to develop leadership qualities in the young.
Young people make good team leaders and enthusiastic team members.
They know their own problems, and have lots of ideas and energy. They could be encouraged to set up 'Youth Against Crime' working groups, to run programs such as 'Anti-drugs Campaigns', and to develop fun activities for their age group.