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Urban Youth B.O.L.T. (Building our leaders today) is a culturally and community based violence prevention and intervention program for African American males or females ages 10-17 years old. The program uses the 7 Principles of Kwanzaa and an 8th principle, respect, to increase cultural awareness, positive social behavior, critical thinking and decision making skills.
Weekly sessions are held over various weekly time frames. Program options include:
Intervention group focused on the diversion program. Gender specific and developmentally appropriate. Held at The Center for Holistic Development weekly. This programs participants are referred by our community partners, parents and the Juvenile Assessment Center.
Community-based, gender specific violence prevention groups. Held at partner organization locations. Weekly one hour sessions for an eight week time period.
To learn more about Urban Youth B.O.L.T., please contact CHD Program Director Michelle Butler.
During stressful and difficult times, such as COVID19, our mental health must be a top priority. Behavioral health screenings are the quickest way to determine if you, or someone you care about, should connect with a behavioral health professional. This program is completely FREE, anonymous and confidential. Immediately following the brief questionnaire you will see your results, recommendations, and key resources.
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