![ROOT CAUSES [13TH AUGUST 2026] - The social influences shaping juvenile delinquency came into focus during the 2026 Brian Bernard Memorial Lecture, held on Wednesday, August 12, as the National Community Foundation honoured the legacy of the former police commissioner. Local research presented at the event highlighted the role of peer relationships, family support and students’ connection to school in influencing young people’s behaviour. Kishana Smith tells us more.](https://www.replay.gp/wp-content/plugins/youtube-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
BRIAN BERNARD MEMORIAL LECTURE DETAILS FACTORS DRIVING JUVENILE DELINQUENCY
ROOT CAUSES [13TH AUGUST 2026] – The social influences shaping juvenile delinquency came into focus during the 2026 Brian Bernard Memorial Lecture, held on Wednesday, August 12, as the National Community Foundation honoured the legacy of the former police commissioner. Local research presented at the event highlighted the role of peer relationships, family support and students’ connection to school in influencing young people’s behaviour. Kishana Smith tells us more.
