Programs Restoring Hope
Ages 14–25
Restoring Hope
A healing-centered violence intervention and prevention program for young people ages 14–25, helping them reconnect to school, work and a future they choose.
- Who
- Ages 14–25
- For
- Youth disconnected from school, impacted by violence or returning from incarceration
- How
- Mentorship, school reconnection and job readiness
- Approach
- Healing-centered engagement
Overview
Restoring Hope works with young people who may be disconnected from school, at risk of dropping out, affected by violence, or coming home after incarceration.
Youth who are still in school get help improving attendance, engagement and graduation outcomes. Young adults who have graduated, left school or been incarcerated get support with job readiness, career exploration and job placement.
By addressing the root causes of disconnection and violence, and focusing on each person’s strengths, the program helps young people build resilience and pursue education, careers and passions that lead to long-term stability.
What participants get
Support built around each young person
Healing-centered mentorship
Consistent mentors and regular check-ins to work through challenges, build trust and make positive decisions.
School reconnection
Help with attendance, goal setting and academics, and reconnecting with school staff to stay on track to graduate.
Workforce development
Job readiness training, resumes, interview prep and help finding work that fits each person’s interests and talents.
Violence prevention
Guided reflection and skill-building for healthier coping, conflict resolution and decision-making.
Exposure to opportunity
Career exploration, education options, community activities and connections to local resources.
Restorative justice
Bringing people together to repair harm, take responsibility and rebuild relationships in the community.
Know a young person who could use support?
Reach out and our team will follow up. Call (925) 726-7671 or email info@bridgebuildersng.org.
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