Ripple Effect

Ripple Effect is a 12-part diversionary series designed to explore the real life impacts of gun violence on individuals, schools, families, and communities. Through interactive discussions, real-world scenarios, and activities, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the social, legal, and emotional consequences of weapon use. Our goal is to empower young people with conflict-resolution skills, critical thinking, and strategies for making safer choices. By fostering awareness and encouraging proactive engagement, this series will equip young people to be leaders in promoting a culture of nonviolence and accountability.

Ripple Effect is community-based and also facilitated inside of schools. Curricula for each session will be shared after pre-assessment. Complete the registration form and we will contact you within 3 business days about your pre-assessment. The format and schedule varies based upon age groups and locations.

FAQs

  • Middle and high school students can participate. Referrals from schools, county departments, and organizations will also be accepted.

  • Sessions will vary depending on if it is school or community-based. If it is school-based, sessions will take place during the school day at least once a week and the length will vary. Community-based sessions will be publicized and anyone is open to register after details are announced.

  • Pre-assessments help us get to know participants better and develop a plan to ensure success for them while in the program. It also tracks your progress throughout the program and measure its effectiveness. All information discussed during assessment evaluations is confidential.

  • Session 1: School & Community Violence

  • Session 2: Safety Exists Without Guns

  • Session 3: If You Got It, Flaunt It

  • Session 4: Rude Awakening

  • Session 5: Triggered by the Trigger

  • Session 6: Gotta Get My Lick Back

  • Session 7: Vengeance Comes with a Price

  • Session 8: Black Men Heal

  • Session 9: Wrong Place at the Wrong Time

  • Session 10: Not Worth the Hype

  • Session 11: From School to Prison

  • Session 12: The Only Pipeline