ALMA Network

Network Impact

The Proof

1,000 alternative models. 476 with evidence. Collectively proving that community-led approaches work better and cost less than the system they're replacing.

1,000

ALMA Models

48%

Evidence-backed

4

Basecamps

570

Evidence items

The Cost Argument

Detention

$548K

per young person per year

($1,500/day national avg)

ALMA Average

$184K

per young person (avg)

Median: $170K

Ratio

3x

cheaper than detention

Same money = 3x more young people reached

Evidence Level

524

Untested

408

Promising

33

Effective

32

Indigenous-led

3

Proven

What the Models Do

227

Wraparound Support

166

Community-Led

137

Cultural Connection

116

Prevention

90

Education/Employment

77

Therapeutic

77

Diversion

43

Justice Reinvestment

Big vs Small

See how the top 10 funded providers compare to community alternatives on cost and outcomes.

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