OUTREACH & FOLLOW-THROUGH
A conversation can be a beginning.
Outreach, check-ins, and ongoing support help people stay connected to opportunities and community resources.
- Community outreach
- Individual support
- Follow-up and resource connections
Connection creates possibility
OUR PURPOSE
Stronger people.
Stronger neighborhoods.
We bring people, resources, and ideas together to build healthy youth and resilient communities.
Get to know GBPSGrand Boulevard Prevention Services supports youth, families, and community members in Chicago’s West and South Cluster areas. Our work addresses violence, related trauma, and substance use through community connection and prevention.
Young people build social and emotional skills, connect with peers, and explore peaceful ways to resolve conflict. GBPS staff are trained in trauma-informed services and peace circle facilitation.
01 / Create stability02 / Build connections03 / Grow resilience
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS IN ACTION
Real work.
Human possibilities.
Connection is more than a moment.
It’s showing up, listening, and taking the next step together.
OUTREACH & FOLLOW-THROUGHThese themes describe areas of activity, not measured outcomes or individual stories. Existing-site images are illustrative.
THE PRACTICE BEHIND THE PURPOSE
Restorative peace circles
Young people explore the stresses behind conflict and share ideas for peaceful solutions.
Youth voices, community messages
The published GBPS activities include youth-led violence prevention and health equity messaging through broadcasts, texts, and flyers.
Learning that supports well-being
Peer support groups and workshops address conflict resolution, leadership, trauma, career development, and substance use prevention.
Published activities also include peer support groups and workshops addressing peaceful conflict resolution, trauma, career development, substance use prevention, and youth health. Youth-led messaging has included CAN TV, texts, and flyers. Contact GBPS for current activities and schedules.