Boston Violence Youth Prevention Program (BVYPP)
1010 Massachusetts Ave.
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 534-5196

The BVYPP teaches violence prevention strategies to counselors and trainers, who then work with public schools and community centers. It sponsors gang and drug prevention programs and publishes a bimonthly newsletter.

California Youth Authority Gang Violence Reduction Project
2445 N. Mariondale Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90032
(213) 227-4114

This project, operated by California parole agents, tries to mediate feuds among gangs in East Los Angeles. It develops job opportunities for former gang members, removes gang graffiti, and establishes parent groups. Members speak to organizations about gang prevention and related topics. The project publishes pamphlets and a directory of organizations concerned with gangs.

Community Organizations United to Reduce the Area's Gang Environment (Project COURAGE)
Riverside County Office of Education
3939 13th St.
Riverside, CA 92502
(909) 369-7860

Project COURAGE, for grades K–8, provides youth with positive alternatives to gang...