Empowering Youth. Preventing Violence
Growing Up Inc. provides mentorship, Safe Passage, and community support for youth ages 12–22 across the DC Metro area.
Our Impact Numbers 2024-2025
- 350+ Youth Served Annually
- 160+ Conflicts Mediated (2024)
- 500+ Mediations
- 90+ SP Incidents Reported
- 22 Schools / Sites Served
- 22% Attendance Improvements
- 85 Leaders of Tomorrow
- 300+ Adults Workforce Training
- 15 Community Events
- 2000+ Students Engaged Weekly
- 10 Violence Prevention Specialists
- 45 Motion Moguls
Programs & Trainings
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Safe Passage
Safety coverage across multiple schools with trained community ambassadors.
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Violence Prevention Specialist
Specialist training to interrupt violence and provide trauma-informed support.
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Leaders of Tomorrow
Leadership development pods that empower youth to lead and mediate.
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Motion Moguls
Creative arts program that engages youth in media and storytelling.
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Peer Mediators
Training student leaders in mediation to resolve conflicts constructively.
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Growing Up Empowered
Holistic youth development combining mentorship, arts, and leadership.
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Mentorship
One-on-one mentoring to build trust, skills, and future pathways for youth.
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Trainings / Certification
Violence interruption, CBT, and certificate programs for staff and partners.
Impact & Stories
Real experiences that show how Growing Up Inc. is creating safer schools, stronger families, and empowered youth across the DC Metro area.
Get Involved
Join the movement to build safer schools and stronger communities.
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Support Safe Passage, youth mentoring, and community events.
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Jobs
Become a Safe Passage Ambassador or Outreach Worker.
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