Gang & Youth Violence Prevention & Intervention

The City of Alexandria is supportive and serious about preventing violence and gang involvement. In fact, all local governments in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan region are working together to address these issues. Although the City of Alexandria has experienced a relatively low amount of criminal activity by gang members, gangs are a reality for any municipality to address; not only to suppress criminal gang activity, but to prevent people from joining gangs in the first place and to intervene with actual gang members, helping them to end their association.

This website is intended to be a useful resource for our community and, as you will see, there is something for everyone; whether you are a young person looking for a job or an activity, a parent looking for some tips or support, a staff member looking for resources for a client or an interested community resident looking for information or mentoring opportunities.

Read on to learn about the teamwork of the Northern Virginia Regional Gang Task Force, the Alexandria Senior Policy Work Group on Gangs and the Alexandria Gang Prevention Community Task Force. See Summit and Community Involvement and the list of numbers and resources in WHERE TO GO FOR HELP and more!

Thanks for visiting and please check back for future updates!

What's New

• Hiring Event
  Wednesday, January 25, 2012
  10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  Charles Houston Recreation Center, 901 Wythe St., Alexandria VA 22314
  Interview attire is required. Same day job offer may occur. Bring original documentation to verify your identity and emplyment eligibility.
• CYEP " Fathers In Touch" Registration for 2012
  The program is designed to enrich the lives of children by helping fathers become teachers and role models for their children.
  
  FIT Flyer 1 
  includes: 24/7 Dad Parenting Class; 3 Monthly Activities; Access to City resources.
  Date: Tuesday, February 7, 2012 (Class meets weekly (12 classes))
  Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Dinner provided)
  Location: Charles Houston Recreation Center. 901 Wythe St. Alexandria, VA 22314
  Call Erick King (202) 321-8704 or Everette "Boobie" Mitchell (240) 676-7903
  
  FIT Flyer 2
  includes: 24/7 Dad Parenting Class; 3 Monthly Activities; Access to City resources.
  Date: Tuesday, February 9 - April 26, 2012
  Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Dinner provided)
  Location: (to be determined)
  Call Calvin Robertson (703) 324-3611 or Champana Bernard (703) 324-3611
• Building Futures
  Prepare for construction and building trade apprenticeships and jobs. If you are interested in construction as a career, visit the Charles Houston Recreation Center, 901 Wythe Street, Alexandria, VA  on Thursday, December 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Click HERE for more info.
• Northern Virginia Urban League's Digital Connector
  The Northern Virginia Urban League's Digital Connectors program has several slots available. If you or anyone you know is interested in participating in Digital Connectors, please Tia Garret at tia.lovesthekids@yahoo.com. 
  

• Career Navigation Program
  A 3-week job readiness course for unemployed job seekers.

• Did You Know???
  Important information about gang crimes, properties used in gang crimes, and other gang related matters.

• New ACPS Resource Guide for Students Now Available
  The T.C. Williams High School Student Resource Guide 2011 is now available online for students and parents. The resource guide is a comprehensive document that offers academic resources, scholarships, financial aid, internships, and summer opportunities that students and parents can explore together. ACPS is committed to providing students with the tools they need to succeed. The resource guide is available to support students (and parents) in identifying resources to help you realize your goals.
  
  Student Resource Guide (PDF) 
  
  For additional information, please contact the T.C. Williams Counseling Department at 703-578-6250 or patricia.braun@acps.k12.va.us. The resource guide will be available online in Spanish soon.

• Resource Guide for Children, Youth & Families
  The Resource Guide for Alexandria's Children, Youth & Families is an inventory of resources that promote youth well-being in the City of Alexandria, Virginia. The Guide is a tool that acquaints parents, youth, and service providers with an array of educational, health, social service, and recreation opportunities provided by City, non-profit, and community organizations.

• Gang Prevention Brochure
  Resources for gang prevention information and support in your area of Northern Virginia.
  See program brochure