Services

Education and Awareness Programs

These programs aim to raise awareness about the causes and consequences of violence, provide information on conflict resolution and nonviolent communication, and promote healthy relationships and respect for others. They are often implemented in schools, community centers, and workplaces.

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Counseling and Intervention Services

These services provide individual or group counseling to individuals who have experienced or witnessed violence. They may also offer intervention programs for individuals at risk of engaging in violent behavior, providing them with support, guidance, and skill-building to prevent future violence.

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Community Outreach and Engagement

These initiatives involve actively engaging with communities to build trust, foster positive relationships, and address community-specific issues that contribute to violence. Outreach workers may connect individuals with needed resources, advocate for change, and collaborate with community leaders to implement violence prevention strategies.

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Youth Programs and Mentorship

Violence prevention services targeting youth aim to provide positive alternatives, skill-building, and mentorship opportunities to young people at risk of involvement in violence. These programs may include after-school activities, sports, arts, leadership development, and mentorship programs to foster positive youth development.

Victim Support and Rehabilitation

Services for victims of violence focus on providing emotional support, counseling, legal advocacy, and practical assistance to help survivors recover and rebuild their lives. These services may also include access to medical care, housing support, and financial assistance.

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Second Chance Initiative Inc.

Second Chance Initiative, Inc. (SCI), is a Chicago-based 501(c)3 organization devoted to creating violence-free environments within communities experiencing high levels of gun violence. The organization has a proven track record of providing evidence-based violence prevention, intervention and conflict resolution programs.