William Martinez

Youth Program Coordinator Mentor Coach @Chicago Westside Police And Youth Sports Conference

Chicago, IL, US

Our purpose is to promote safe activities for children and their families in high-crime, under-resourced areas. The most unique feature of the conference is it\'s \"Full Court Press\" initiative that combines the unified efforts of local police, churches, and community organizations to promote positive, transforming change. Boys and girls can learn about leadership, accountability, organization, preparation, conflict resolution and teamwork in a tangible and practical way. With this same logic, adults who take on the role of coach and mentor practice the concepts of collaboration. The hope is as all parties work together successfully in a project like this, the same concept can be applied to positively address inequality, poverty and gun violence. Quality athletic instruction is just the beginning: Our focus is on health and wellness, education, mentoring, and athletic excellence.

City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College

Associate's degree