Urban Ounce of Prevention
ADULT SUCCESS STORIES
MAKING A CHANGE...
Barbara is an African-American female that gave birth to a baby born with cocaine in its system. Her baby was taken into protective custody by Children’s Services Board which referred her to the Exodus Treatment Program and the New Beginnings Program for parenting. Barbara remained completely dedicated to the process and completed both programs successfully. In addition, Barbara went back to school and received her GED, and most importantly, was reunited with her baby.
YOUTH SUCCESS STORIES
GIVING BACK...
Jamal participated in the Building Dreams Mentoring Program from age 8 to 18. He was raised in a home with three siblings and his mother. Jamal participated in weekly activities of the Building Dreams Program as well as the many enrichment activities. He attended two National PRIDE Youth Leadership Conferences where he expanded his knowledge in life skills and alcohol and drug prevention. After participating in several college tours with the agency, Jamal enrolled in a historically black college. He returns to the agency during the summer to encourage participating youth.