Improved Youth Support
Supporting youth through mentorship, education, and skill development is critical to preventing violence. ACT for Cincy invests in programs that help young people succeed in school, find positive outlets for creativity, and access mentorship opportunities to navigate life’s challenges without resorting to violence.
Key Strategies
After-School and Enrichment Programs such as Families Forward Learning Grove and Price Hill Will, aimed at providing safe, creative experiences for kids in Cincinnati.
Mentorship and Life Skills Development such as Found Village’s Journey2Independence Program and SuperSeeds Ambassadors Program that provide important support to justice-involved youth.
Youth Participation in Neighborhood Safety Efforts through Lower Price Hill Violence Prevention Collaborative, which empowers youth through participatory action research, involving them in designing solutions for safer neighborhoods.
Enhanced City of Cincinnati Recreation Commission Programming through Rec @ Nite, a flagship initiative designed to provide teens with a safe, welcoming, and engaging space during the summer months.
Career Pathways Initiative connecting young people in our community to part time jobs that can lead to fulfilling long-term careers.
Systems Partner Collaboration bringing together key stakeholders from health, justice, and community sectors to create coordinated strategies to reduce gun violence and its impact on Cincinnati’s youth.