Youth Empowerment & Resilience Programs

The Youth Empowerment and Resilience Programs support young people and their families in building safer, healthier, and more connected communities. What began as our violence prevention initiative has grown into a broader effort to equip youth with the skills, confidence, and support to thrive at school and beyond.

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Our signature initiative, “Raising a City of Champions” (RaCC), remains a core part of this work. Modeled after the SURVIVE Community Project and other evidence-based programs serving urban youth of color and their families, RaCC is a family-based intervention designed to lessen the harmful effects of exposure to violence. The program helps parents and caregivers develop adaptive strategies for self-care, strengthen communication, and foster resilience within their families.

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In addition to RaCC, we now provide Healthy Relationships education across Brockton Public Schools and community settings. These workshops engage youth in open, age-appropriate discussions about respect, communication, and emotional well-being. They empower young people to recognize signs of unhealthy relationships, manage conflict peacefully, and support peers who may be struggling.

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All sessions are led by multilingual, culturally competent facilitators who understand the lived experiences of the youth and families we serve. Through this program, we’re creating spaces where young people feel seen, valued, and equipped to make positive choices that strengthen both themselves and their communities.

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Together, we’re raising a new generation of champions—grounded in self-awareness, empathy, and resilience.