Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper comparing two juvenile diversion, intervention, or prevention programs operating in your city or state. Include the following in your paper:

How do the programs work to reduce juvenile crime?
What are the programs’ major goals, objectives, and core beliefs?
How do community-based programs address issues related to juvenile gang violence?
What is the role of law enforcement in the programs?
Who are the key participants in these programs?
What services do they provide to juveniles?
Which of the two programs is more effective at reducing juvenile crime? Why?

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.