Brothers Against Guns is a non-profit (501c3) organization dedicated to serving the yourht of San Francisco.
The Mission of Brothers Against Guns is to prevent youth violence and incarceration through education, intervention, recreation and comprehensive support services that inspire youth to engage in positive activities and behaviors.
YOuth who reside in high-risk areas of San Francisco. The B.A.G. program will provide holistic comprehensive intervention and support services to yourth (girls and boys) between the ages of 9-17 years old, with extended services for adults 18-25. Targeted youth are participating in gang/turf related issues, experiencing academix failure, come from households with one or more caretakers who have serious chemmicla dependency issus, particpate in risky sexual behavior and are exoerienting or regularly using marijuana and /or alcohol.
1. Provide a mentoring relationship to youth.
2. Provide a safe physical space for youth.
3. Accountability to youth.
4. Advocating on behalf of under represented youth.
5. Create a peaceful community where all community members can thrive.
6. Education is a tool for increased opportunity.
7. Employment is a tool for increased opportunity.