Project X is an integrative program providing services to youth ages 13 20 (18-20 for juvenile justice involved youth only) who are at high-risk of gang involvement. After conducting an assessment youth receive services to improve problem behaviors in interpersonal skills classes through coaching from their outreach coordinator. Participants also work toward educational and employment goals as well as involvement in pro-social activities. Services provided will target individual needs using the Comprehensive Gang Model.
Youth ages 13 through 17 who are gang involved or considered high risk of gang involvement may be referred by Juvenile Justice, Law Enforcement, Schools, Mental Health, and parents. Those ages 18 to 20 may be referred by Juvenile Justice only. Services are free.
Each participant will have their own case plan based on their risks and needs.
Services will include:
1. One on one mentoring and support from Street Outreach Worker and Multidisciplinary Team.
2. Connections to educational services.
3. Assistance with obtaining and maintaining employment.
4. Interpersonal skills development sessions.
5. Participation in prosocial activities.
Our Street Outreach Team works in the community providing support to our participants. We work with youth to identify goals and create an individualized plan. Throughout the participant’s stay in the program the Outreach Worker will coach and mentor the youth as well as respond to crisis situations and gang violence. Our team also provides support needed for families in distress. We act as a liaison between youth and partnering agencies to ensure they meet their goals successfully.
Our Multdisciplinary Team is a group of professionals that meets to discuss intervention and case planning needs. The team includes members of various members of agencies that are involved in providing services for our participants. Having a MDT allows us to exchange information in a timely manner to assist youth with successfully meeting their goals. Local agencies include school social workers, mental health professionals, guidance counselors, court counselors, community partners, and more.
Interpersonal Skills Classes provided to youth attending Project X are evidence based. The curriculum provided is a 16 week course that combines Botvin Life Skills and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 2.0 Curriculum. Participants meet in small groups a week for 16 week to practice various life skills. Additionally, all staff are certified to provide trauma informed care while facilitating classes which provides an extra level of care to youth served.
Since the launch of the program, Project X, we have served 152 participants in Forsyth County.
Every participant that enters our program has different needs and goals.
39 participants have obtained their high school diploma.
92% have successfully completed the program,
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