Youth Experiences Project: How police interactions impact youth who use drugs

Abstract

In 2017/2018, the Youth Experiences Project (YEP) surveyed 449 and interviewed 38 youth aged 16-30 in Victoria, Chilliwack, and Prince George. • This report provides findings from YEP that illustrate the impact of police interactions on youth who use drugs (YWUD) • We also provide recommendations from youth about how police can improve the quality of their work among young people.