Try Change: PeaceOholics

As some of you know at Try Change we like to introduce or readers to individuals and organizations that are making a difference in our communities. Tonight we bring you PeaceOholics-"People addicted to Peace". If you live in the DC area you may have seen them on the local TV news programs as well as heard them on the local radio stations.

As stated on their website:

"Peaceoholics was established to enhance the academic and social development of at-risk youth and their families. To assist in the reduction of truancy, and violence but to increase common respect, literacy and self-worth amongst our youth and communities.With your help and support we can have a greater impact within the community. Having the proper resources to fund proof positive programs that enable our youth the opportunities to engage in world travels, college tours, youth empowerment seminars, counseling, and a host of other activities that enrich and cultivate a powerful individual and help break the mold"

Services and programs include, but are not limited to:

Youth Leadership Council

Peer and Family Mediation

Job Placement Assistance

Mentoring

Technical Assistance

Transition Back into the Community upon Completion of Incarceration "Re-entry"

Mediation Training

Weekend Workshops and Retreats

Male/Female Counseling

Agency Sensitizing/Partnering Training

Fatherhood/Motherhood Training

Event Coordination

Gang and Neighborhood Intervention

Crisis Intervention

Collaboration Coordination

Substance Abuse Prevention

Motivation Speaking

Youth& Parent Advocacy

So often you hear negative stories that it's great to hear of organizations such as PeaceOholics that are giving back to the community. If you live in the DC area and are looking for ways to make a difference check out PeaceOholics!

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