Why We Do What We Do
Not all youth organizations are equipped to serve kids from communities riddled with drugs, gangs and limited socio-economic resources. Often, kids from these communities learn to survive in extremely harsh situations or are lured into destructive behaviors that are not the easiest to turn around. Unfortunately, this means that they are often left behind by the majority of youth organizations
ICAN addresses this situation head on with programming that is research-based and proven to make a difference in the lives of the kids and families that we serve. Our prevention-based, culturally sensitive and age appropriate programs are developed specifically to meet the unique needs of our community. Every program is quantifiable and measurable, to enable us to best achieve ICAN’s mission of empowering youth to be productive, self-confident and responsible citizens.
Change is Good
As the needs of this community change, so do our programs. We regularly monitor risk and prevention factors to make sure that our programs are directly influencing the choices our kids and families make regarding their lives and their future. We purposely match up program objectives with those skills necessary to reduce risk factors and increase the chances for personal and academic success.
In addition, ICAN now offers programs for families as well as youth. Why?