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
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