### Question
How does the law define transitional living youth project?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 5732a*, **transitional living youth project** is defined as:

> a project that provides shelter and services designed to promote a transition to self-sufficient living and to prevent long-term dependency on social services

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 5732a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 72-JUVENILE JUSTICE AND DELINQUENCY PREVENTION > SUBCHAPTER III-RUNAWAY AND HOMELESS YOUTH > Part F-General Provisions**

