Angel Quote by Curtis Sliwa
“What we do best is we target the young men and women who are on the fringe. They could go either way. Maybe they have been in trouble before, but not serious trouble. ... We cherry-pick them and circumvent them away from the gang members and drug dealers ... (and encourage) them to hang out with us and become a Guardian Angel.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Community Outreach Initiative, 2018
Targeting at‑risk youth, the program aims to redirect them from criminal influences toward positive mentorship.
In simple terms: The goal is to steer vulnerable young people away from gangs.
Key Takeaway
Implement mentorship programs for at‑risk youth.
Themes
youth outreach
prevention
community safety
rehabilitation
social responsibility
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
social
intervention
When to use this quote
- school programs
- after‑school clubs
- peer mentorship
- community events
Key Concepts
gang prevention
social work
behavioral change
protective factors
Questions to Reflect On
- What incentives keep participants involved?
- How can families be integrated into the process?
A Different Perspective
Success depends on sustained engagement and resources.
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