MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Department of Youth Affairs (DYA) is to improve the quality of life on Guam for all people by the development and implementation of programs and services that promote youth development, decrease juvenile delinquency and status offenses, strengthen the family unit, protect the public from juvenile delinquents, ensure that offenders are held accountable for their actions and are provided with appropriate treatment, and provide restitution to the victims.

The Department of Youth Affairs (DYA) is committed to the safety and well-being of the residents in our care, as well as our staff, volunteers, contractors and visitors. DYA has established policy 1.12.a* as the Zero tolerance standard for any incidence of sexual abuse or sexual harassment. 

*UNDER REVISION

Public Law

19-GCA-Chap-20 P.L.14-110