A Directory & Resource for the General Public
The industry which makes up the private and unregulated portion of facilities for at-risk youth or "troubled teens" lacks sufficient and objective information for the public. The IPYT Index aims to make that information available presented in a comprehensive and transparent manner.
Through an ever growing directory supplemented by verified information sources and updated with current studies, research, and articles, we aim for public awareness. Using digital media that makes sharing such info easy and accessible as well as easily understood.
The last time this country witnessed somebody with a bag over their head and a noose around their neck the world was horrified the nation was embarrassed and it was at Abu Ghraib. To be told that this is considered a valid therapy in the care of somebody else's child ...I think would horrify this nation again.
I have some questions I would like to direct it all the witnesses: can you tell me how many private residential treatment programs are boot camps there are nationwide? I guess that's no?
THE GOAL OF THE WORK & ITS OBJECTIVES
Starting almost three years ago in an effort to collect significant data regarding private treatment options and facilities for "troubled" youth resulted in identifying several solutions which held potential. Truly primary problem appeared to be that no one knew one even existed. For those who were aware it came at the price of families forever affected by what they believed was getting help for their child.
By a process of applying methodologies found in OSINT (open source intelligence) an overwhelming amount of data began to be sorted, indexed, and explored. The application of its use made possible several approaches in addressing this issue that was the lack of resources and information which were so necessary.
Central Directory
A centralized directory which lists programs and facilities, past and present, by state along with information on methods used as treatment and the research regarding its efficacy.
Public Awareness
To prevent further abuses and promote good practices begins with creating awareness to the general public and for families seeking assistance likely in a vulnerable state.
Archiving History
Based on information collected an informed understanding is possible regarding the options available and how such an industry was not only created but permitted to happen.
An Introduction to the Industry
Referred to as the "Troubled Teen Industry" commonly in present day media there is an extensive history stretching over decades with origins and influence that continue to thrive. Without federal oversight and even non-existant state regulations the history of abuse, torture, and death is one that must not be repeated.
Learn About the TTI
The Development Process of IPYT
How this work started and what was involved in it's creation including the valuable roles of methodologies used and learning how to make this possible. Using OSINT to investigate and the application of Data Sciences and Analytics.
The Development Journey
Discovery, Investigation, Analysis
The use of investigative tools has played a significant role in development such as Datasette aiding in establishing the infrastructure of how data is organized. However there was a need for a specific way of drawing connections and the ability to be used in multiple ways. This is the utility that was created.
ArchivEye - An Offline OCR Tool