Street Outreach Program (SOP)

The Street Outreach Program (SOP) is designed to provide targeted, street-based support to runaway, homeless, and street-involved youth who are vulnerable to or have experienced sexual abuse, prostitution, sexual exploitation, and severe human trafficking. The program focuses on areas where these youth commonly gather, offering services that help them make healthier life choices and connect with resources that address their immediate survival needs. These resources include access to shelter or stable housing, food, hygiene supplies, and information on a variety of available supportive services. Administered by the Administration for Children & Families within the Department of Health and Human Services, this initiative aims to reduce the risks faced by these vulnerable populations by delivering direct outreach interventions in their environments. The program’s goal is to mitigate exposure to exploitation and trafficking by providing critical support and pathways toward safer housing and basic necessities. Interested parties can contact Amanda Persad for more information or visit the provided online link for further details.