• Youth Application

    Youth Application

    For GNG Programming
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  • Eligibility Requirements

  • Participation Agreement - Commitment to Program Values:
    ✔ Willingness to engage in mentorship, boxing, and life skills sessions.
    ✔ Respect for program rules, staff, mentors, and other participants.
    ✔ Commitment to positive change, including staying away from gang activities during participation.

    Final Approval Process: - Approval and Interview Requirements:
    ✔ All applicants must be approved by TJ Sheehan, Founder of Gloves Not Guns.
    ✔ A short interview may be required to ensure the participant is a good fit for the program and understands the expectations.
    ✔ The interview will assess the youth’s readiness to engage, their motivation for change, and how GNG can best support their goals.

    Exceptions (For Special Consideration):
    ✔ High-Risk Youth not yet charged but identified as at-risk of justice involvement (must be reviewed and approved by GNG leadership).
    ✔ Voluntary participants with past charges who demonstrate ongoing risk and could benefit from continued support.

    This checklist ensures that Gloves Not Guns remains focused on supporting justice-
    involved youth while providing clear criteria for referrals, participation, and ongoing
    engagement.

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