Team Pursuit

thrives on a collective of partnerships to create safe spaces where our youth can dream and the community can heal through Peace, Justice & Resilience.

Peace

Provide restorative circles where harm has been caused to bring peace

Justice

Giving our youth & community access to resources that other surrounding communities are afforded to improve their quality of life.

Resilience

Supporting those affected by violence and helping them heal from trauma.

Services We Offer

01

Community Organizing

Bringing together individuals, organizations, and institutions within a community to identify and address the root causes of violence. This approach involves building relationships, fostering trust, and engaging in collaborative efforts to create a safer and more peaceful community. Collectively we work to empower others by providing them with the tools and resources needed to address the social determinants of health. This may include providing education and training, organizing community events, and advocating for policy changes at the local and state level. Together we aim to create a community that is both safe and supportive, where we can thrive and feel a sense of belonging.

02

Youth Programming and Engagement

Providing young people with opportunities to develop critical life skills, build strong social connections, and contribute to their communities. Engaging youth in programming helps to foster a sense of belonging and purpose, which can lead to increased self-esteem, self-confidence, and resilience. It also helps young people to develop valuable leadership skills, such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. Furthermore, youth programming and engagement can help to address social issues and promote positive change in communities, as young people bring new ideas, perspectives, and energy to the table. Investing in youth programming and engagement is essential for building strong, vibrant communities and ensuring a bright future for generations to come.

03

Community Violence Intervention Support

Building various strategies and programs that aim to reduce or prevent gang-related violence. These interventions may include outreach and mentorship programs, community-based initiatives, and law enforcement efforts. The goal of these interventions is to provide positive alternatives for youth who may be at risk of joining gangs, as well as to offer support and resources to those who are already involved in gang activity. We offer support in establishing education programs, job training and placement services, counseling and mental health services, and community-based conflict resolution programs. By addressing the root causes of gang violence and providing support and resources to those who need it, these interventions can help reduce the impact of gangs on communities and reduce the number of violent incidents associated with gang activity.

04

Outreach Management

What is the effectiveness of your street outreach team? We specialize in training individuals on how to intervene and prevent violent situations from escalating. The training provides participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to recognize and de-escalate potentially violent situations, and to intervene in a non-violent manner to prevent harm to individuals or the community. The training covers topics such as conflict resolution, communication skills, community engagement, and trauma-informed care. The goal of violence interruption outreach training is to empower individuals and communities to prevent violence and promote peace.

05

Program Training & Advisory

We provide guidance, consultation, and education to organizations regarding a your specific program. This can include advising on best practices and strategies for implementing your program in order to achieve desired outcomes. We want to ensure that your organization has the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to effectively implement your program and achieve your goals.

Services We Offer

01

Community Organizing

Bringing together individuals, organizations, and institutions within a community to identify and address the root causes of violence. This approach involves building relationships, fostering trust, and engaging in collaborative efforts to create a safer and more peaceful community. Collectively we work to empower others by providing them with the tools and resources needed to address the social determinants of health. This may include providing education and training, organizing community events, and advocating for policy changes at the local and state level. Together we aim to create a community that is both safe and supportive, where we can thrive and feel a sense of belonging.

02

Youth Programming

and Engagement

Providing young people with opportunities to develop critical life skills, build strong social connections, and contribute to their communities. Engaging youth in programming helps to foster a sense of belonging and purpose, which can lead to increased self-esteem, self-confidence, and resilience. It also helps young people to develop valuable leadership skills, such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. Furthermore, youth programming and engagement can help to address social issues and promote positive change in communities, as young people bring new ideas, perspectives, and energy to the table. Investing in youth programming and engagement is essential for building strong, vibrant communities and ensuring a bright future for generations to come.

03

Gang Violence

Intervention Support

Building various strategies and programs that aim to reduce or prevent gang-related violence. These interventions may include outreach and mentorship programs, community-based initiatives, and law enforcement efforts. The goal of these interventions is to provide positive alternatives for youth who may be at risk of joining gangs, as well as to offer support and resources to those who are already involved in gang activity. We offer support in establishing education programs, job training and placement services, counseling and mental health services, and community-based conflict resolution programs. By addressing the root causes of gang violence and providing support and resources to those who need it, these interventions can help reduce the impact of gangs on communities and reduce the number of violent incidents associated with gang activity.

04

Outreach Management

What is the effectiveness of your street outreach team? We specialize in training individuals on how to intervene and prevent violent situations from escalating. The training provides participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to recognize and de-escalate potentially violent situations, and to intervene in a non-violent manner to prevent harm to individuals or the community. The training covers topics such as conflict resolution, communication skills, community engagement, and trauma-informed care. The goal of violence interruption outreach training is to empower individuals and communities to prevent violence and promote peace.

05

Program Training & Advisory

We provide guidance, consultation, and education to organizations regarding a your specific program. This can include advising on best practices and strategies for implementing your program in order to achieve desired outcomes. We want to ensure that your organization has the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to effectively implement your program and achieve your goals.

Want to Join the Movement?

Team Pursuit is a movement of like minded advocates dedicated to serving the most underserved youth in disadvantaged communities.

Services with our Partnerships include:

Life Skills

Training

Employment Opportunities

Educational Opportunities

Sports Camps & Coaching

Community Service Projects

Mental Health Services

Peace & Conflict Training

Team

Pursuit

Goal:

To provide safe and supportive environments for youth to build character, develop life skills, and achieve academic success.

Objectives:

  • To engage youth in positive activities that promote mental health and well-being.

  • To provide education and training opportunities that support personal and professional growth.

  • To foster positive relationships between youth and community members.

  • To reduce the incidence of gang-related violence in the community.

  • To equip youth with the tools and resources they need to succeed in life.

Activities:

  • Mental Health and Wellness Workshops: These workshops will focus on topics such as stress management, coping skills, self-esteem, and healthy relationships.

  • Educational and Training Opportunities: Participants will have access to tutoring and academic support services, as well as training programs that will equip them with valuable skills for future success.

  • Community Service Projects: Youth will work together to identify ways to improve their community through service projects such as neighborhood cleanups, food drives, and volunteer work.

  • Community Violence Intervention and Prevention: The program will provide resources and support to youth who are at risk of gang involvement, as well as those who have already been involved in gangs.

  • Mentorship: Youth will be paired with positive role models who will serve as mentors, providing guidance and support as they navigate challenges and pursue their goals.

  • Recreational Activities: Youth will have opportunities to participate in sports, arts, and other recreational activities that promote teamwork, leadership, and healthy lifestyles.

Outcomes:

Team Pursuit aims to empower youth to become leaders in their communities, equipped with the skills and resources they need to succeed in life. By providing a safe and supportive environment that fosters positive relationships, mental health and wellness, and educational and training opportunities, Team Pursuit will help reduce the incidence of gang-related violence in the community and promote a brighter future for all youth involved.

Social Impact

Tracking your work and effectively collecting data is crucial for demonstrating the impact of your efforts and identifying opportunities for improvement.

1. Setting up a system to collect data:

We can assist your organization create a system to collect data and ensure that the right data is being captured. This can include creating forms for data entry, setting up databases to store the data, and ensuring that the data is being entered accurately and consistently.

2. Analyzing data:

Once the data is collected, we can help your organization analyze it to identify trends, patterns, and insights. This can include creating dashboards or reports to visualize the data and make it easier to understand.

3. Identifying best practices:

By analyzing the data, we can help your team identify best practices and areas for improvement. This can help refine your processes and achieve better outcomes.

4. Reporting outcomes:

Reporting outcomes to stakeholders, funders, and others is critical for sustainability. This can include creating reports or presentations that highlight the impact of your work and demonstrate the value of your efforts.

Credible Messengers

In the context of gang violence work, a credible messenger is someone who has a deep understanding of the culture and dynamics of the gang or group, has a history or affiliation with that gang or community, and has successfully transitioned away from gang involvement. They are respected and trusted by members of the gang and are able to communicate with them effectively to promote positive change and discourage violent behavior. Credible messengers can be former gang members, community leaders, or individuals who have a strong connection to the community. They are essential in gang violence intervention and prevention efforts.

Vision Statement:

At Team Pursuit, we envision a community where every youth can dream freely, and every individual can heal.

Through the power of partnerships, we strive to cultivate safe spaces that foster peace, promote justice, and build resilience, creating a brighter and more equitable future for all.

Mission Statement:

Team Pursuit is dedicated to transforming communities impacted by violence by fostering collaborative partnerships that create safe environments for healing and growth.
We commit to facilitating restorative circles that promote peace, providing equitable access to vital resources for our youth and community, and offering unwavering support to those affected by trauma. Together, we pursue a future rooted in peace, justice, and resilience for all."

Community Violence Intervention

Reducing

Violence:

Gang violence intervention work aims to reduce the levels of violence in communities by addressing the root causes of gang activity. This can help to prevent further violence and save lives.

Building Stronger

Communities:

Interventions that focus on gang violence can help to build stronger communities by creating safe spaces for dialogue and collaboration between community members, law enforcement, and other stakeholders.

Providing Support

for Drivers of Violence:

Many young people who join gangs do so because they feel unsupported and marginalized. Community Violence Intervention work can provide these young people with the support and resources they need to break free from gang life and build a brighter future.

Promoting

Positive Change:

By working together to address gang violence, communities can promote positive change and build a more just and equitable society. This can help to create a better future for everyone, including at-risk youth and their families.

Gang Violence Intervention

Reducing

Violence:

Gang violence intervention work aims to reduce the levels of violence in communities by addressing the root causes of gang activity. This can help to prevent further violence and save lives.

Building Stronger

Communities:

Interventions that focus on gang violence can help to build stronger communities by creating safe spaces for dialogue and collaboration between community members, law enforcement, and other stakeholders.

Providing Support

for At-Risk Youth:

Many young people who join gangs do so because they feel unsupported and marginalized. Gang violence intervention work can provide these young people with the support and resources they need to break free from gang life and build a brighter future.

Promoting

Positive Change:

By working together to address gang violence, communities can promote positive change and build a more just and equitable society. This can help to create a better future for everyone, including at-risk youth and their families.

Our Future Home

Peace & Justice Center

Peace and Justice Centers works towards the promotion of non-violent conflict resolution, social justice, and human rights. It provides a platform for people to come together to discuss and address issues related to violence, inequality, discrimination and oppression.

Why a Peace and Justice Center is needed:

Advocacy and

Awareness:

Peace and Justice Centers can act as a voice for marginalized communities and advocate for their rights. They can also raise awareness about social, economic, and environmental issues affecting communities.

Education and

Training:

These centers can provide education and training on conflict resolution, human rights, and peacebuilding. They can also offer workshops, seminars, and training programs to help individuals and groups develop skills to address social issues.

Networking and

Collaboration:

Peace and Justice Centers can facilitate networking and collaboration between individuals, organizations, and communities. These networks can help in building a collective voice on issues of common concern.

Community

Building:

Peace and Justice Centers can help in building strong and resilient communities by promoting a culture of peace, non-violence, and respect for diversity.

Conflict

Resolution:

These centers can provide mediation and conflict resolution services to individuals and communities. This can help in preventing violence, promoting dialogue, and finding peaceful solutions to conflicts.

Why a Peace and Justice Center is needed:

Advocacy and

Awareness:

Peace and Justice Centers can act as a voice for marginalized communities and advocate for their rights. They can also raise awareness about social, economic, and environmental issues affecting communities.

Education and

Training:

These centers can provide education and training on conflict resolution, human rights, and peacebuilding. They can also offer workshops, seminars, and training programs to help individuals and groups develop skills to address social issues.

Networking and

Collaboration:

Peace and Justice Centers can facilitate networking and collaboration between individuals, organizations, and communities. These networks can help in building a collective voice on issues of common concern.

Community

Building:

Peace and Justice Centers can help in building strong and resilient communities by promoting a culture of peace, non-violence, and respect for diversity.

Conflict

Resolution:

These centers can provide mediation and conflict resolution services to individuals and communities. This can help in preventing violence, promoting dialogue, and finding peaceful solutions to conflicts.

Addressing Community Trauma

  • It affects the mental health and well-being of individuals and communities.

  • It can lead to the development of negative coping mechanisms, such as substance abuse or violence.

  • It can impact the social and economic development of a community.

  • It can create intergenerational trauma that affects future generations.

  • It can increase the risk of chronic health conditions, such as heart disease and diabetes.

  • It can lead to a decline in community cohesion and social trust.

  • It can worsen existing health disparities and inequalities.

  • Addressing community trauma can promote healing, resilience, and growth.

Why our community needs a Dream Center:

Encourages creativity

and innovation:

When young people feel safe and supported, they are more likely to be creative and innovative. They can explore and experiment with their ideas without fear of judgment or failure.

Builds

confidence:

A safe space helps young people build confidence in themselves and their abilities. They feel empowered to take risks, try new things, and pursue their dreams.

Fosters positive

relationships:

In a safe space, young people can build positive relationships with peers and mentors who share their interests and passions. This can lead to lifelong connections and collaborations.

Provides a sense

of belonging:

A safe space can help young people feel like they belong and are valued. This can be especially important for those who may feel marginalized or excluded in other settings.

Reduction in

Recidivism Rates:

Access to safe spaces that provide resources and opportunities to justice-involved youth can help reduce recidivism rates by providing them with the tools they need to succeed and avoid future involvement with the justice system.

Improved

Mental Health:

Our youth often face trauma and mental health challenges. Safe spaces that provide mental health services, counseling, and support can help them heal and build resilience.

Increased Education

and Job Opportunities:

Safe spaces that offer educational and job training opportunities can help our young people build skills and gain employment, reducing their risk of getting involved with the justice system again.

Community

Building:

Safe spaces can provide a sense of community and belonging for youth, helping them feel connected to their neighborhoods and reducing feelings of isolation and alienation.

Equity and

Social Justice:

Access to safe spaces with resources and opportunities is a matter of equity and social justice. Many justice-involved youth come from marginalized communities that have historically faced systemic barriers to resources and opportunities. Safe spaces can help level the playing field and provide a path to success for all youth, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Overall, a safe space where youth can dream big is crucial for their personal growth, development, and well-being.

Why our community needs a Dream Center:

Encourages creativity

and innovation:

When young people feel safe and supported, they are more likely to be creative and innovative. They can explore and experiment with their ideas without fear of judgment or failure.

Builds

confidence:

A safe space helps young people build confidence in themselves and their abilities. They feel empowered to take risks, try new things, and pursue their dreams.

Fosters positive

relationships:

In a safe space, young people can build positive relationships with peers and mentors who share their interests and passions. This can lead to lifelong connections and collaborations.

Provides a sense

of belonging:

A safe space can help young people feel like they belong and are valued. This can be especially important for those who may feel marginalized or excluded in other settings.

Reduction in

Recidivism Rates:

Access to safe spaces that provide resources and opportunities to justice-involved youth can help reduce recidivism rates by providing them with the tools they need to succeed and avoid future involvement with the justice system.

Improved

Mental Health:

Our youth often face trauma and mental health challenges. Safe spaces that provide mental health services, counseling, and support can help them heal and build resilience.

Increased Education

and Job Opportunities:

Safe spaces that offer educational and job training opportunities can help our young people build skills and gain employment, reducing their risk of getting involved with the justice system again.

Community

Building:

Safe spaces can provide a sense of community and belonging for youth, helping them feel connected to their neighborhoods and reducing feelings of isolation and alienation.

Equity and

Social Justice:

Access to safe spaces with resources and opportunities is a matter of equity and social justice. Many justice-involved youth come from marginalized communities that have historically faced systemic barriers to resources and opportunities. Safe spaces can help level the playing field and provide a path to success for all youth, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Overall, a safe space where youth can dream big is crucial for their personal growth, development, and well-being.

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