Our mission is to be a relentless force in disrupting incarceration, poverty, and racism by engaging the young people, police, and systems at the center of urban violence to address trauma, find hope, and drive change.
Who We Work With
Young Adults & System Partners
At The Center Of Urban Violence
Young Adults 16-24 year olds who have experienced trauma and are the primary victims or drivers of urban violence.
System Partners Adults in critical public systems that impact young people and influence urban violence.
In the News
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Second Chance Month: Centering Lived Experience in Violence Intervention
We created a non-clinical cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) curriculum that was designed to be taught by frontline workers... more story
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Discussion held on how violence impacts young mothers and children
On Thursday, Western Mass News got a rare glimpse into the lives of young mothers who are trying to protect themselves and their children. more story
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