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Peer reviewedWhite, Michaele P. – Journal of Health Care for the Poor and Underserved, 1995
Discusses a comprehensive, youth-violence-prevention program in New York City called The Door--A Center of Alternatives. This holistic program addresses the root causes of youth violence such as alienation and lack of empowerment. The Door provides life-skills training and services related to the consequences of poverty, unemployment, low levels…
Descriptors: Daily Living Skills, Delinquency, Economically Disadvantaged, Holistic Approach
Peer reviewedGreene, Lorraine Williams; And Others – Journal of Health Care for the Poor and Underserved, 1995
Describes and evaluates an adolescent health promotion program that uses the Nguzo Saba and African philosophy to address violence and attitudes that reinforce the use of violence. Results from public housing adolescent reports indicate that the Nguzo Saba had a strong, positive influence resulting in fewer delinquent/violent acts. (GR)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Afrocentrism, Blacks, Cultural Influences
