Our Programs Structured pathways for mentorship, leadership, and lasting change. Street-to-Structure Mentorship A structured mentoring model focused on discipline, life skills, and accountability. Weekly in-person & virtual mentoring circlesDecision-making frameworksEmotional intelligence trainingConflict resolution coachinPersonal growth plans Monthly leadership challengesCommunity service initiativesPeer accountability groupsLeadership skill developmentGrowth tracking systems Youth Leadership Circles Youth-led chapters guided by vetted community leaders. Youth-led chapters guided by vetted community leaders. Violence Prevention & Intervention Using the credible messenger approach to intervene before crisis. School partnershipReentry support collaborationEarly-intervention dialogue sessionsCommunity mediation supportPrevention workshops Tell their stories responsiblyUse media as a positive toolParticipate in podcast interviewsDevelop communication skillsBuild digital discipline Media, Storytelling & Truth Talks Powered by UrbnConnection. Teaching youth to tell their stories responsibly. National Chapter Development Expanding city by city with structured support. Structured curriculumTraining materialsLeadership frameworkDigital supportNational visibilit Youth participation ratesLeadership development progressSchool engagement improvementsReduced conflict involvementCommunity service hours Measurable Outcomes Impact must be measurable—not just motivational. GET INVOLVED There’s a place for everyone in this movement. Join as a Youth Member Free — Ages 14–24Mentorship sessionsLeadership challengesEducational resourcesAccountability groupsNational youth network communityNo youth is ever denied access due to inability to pay. Donate & Support Monthly and annual giving options availableYouth programmingChapter expansionTraining and resourcesMedia and digital infrastructureViolence prevention initiatives Become a Mentor Community leaders, credible messengers, professionalsBackground screening requiredTraining participationCommitment to structured mentorshipFormerly justice-involved individuals committed to change are welcome. join the “They Need Us National Youth Network” online community Sponsors & Partners: Invest in prevention Mentors: Step up—because they need us.