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About NOAB
The Neighborhood Opportunity and Accountability Board (NOAB) is an innovative, community-driven youth diversion and development model that allows young people charged with offenses for which they would otherwise be detained in juvenile detention and adjudicated through the juvenile court to remain in the community.
The NOAB model offers a new approach to youth justice that focuses on restorative, rather than punitive practices; increases community involvement in decision making; and invests resources in youth, families, and neighborhoods.
Youth Testimonials
“You have impacted me in such a positive and meaningful way that I honestly don’t just see you as a life coach, it feels more like family. From the very beginning, you created a safe space for me to be honest about what I’m going through, and never judged me, only guided me with care and wisdom… You've helped me see my worth and encouraged me to make decisions that align with the future I want.”
— NOAB Client to her Life Coach
The NOAB Process
Reports & Resources
NOAB Board Members
The Oakland NOAB is composed of the following community members—all residents and leaders in Oakland who have demonstrated a commitment to the well-being of Oakland youth and the greater community:
Barbara Lafitte-Oluwole
Program and Operations Manager, Faith in Action East Bay; community leader and mother of victim of gun violence in Oakland; longtime West Oakland resident
Darren White
Executive Director of Realized Potential Inc.; certified life coach; lifelong youth advocate
John Jones III
Director of Programs, Urban Strategies Council; formerly incarcerated; third generation East Oakland resident
Pat Mims
Director of Reentry Services, Rubicon Programs; formerly incarcerated
Community Partners
An array of local community-based service providers partner with the Oakland NOAB program to engage youth and their families.
Organizations providing services, supports, and opportunities include:
