El Salvador: Philharmonic orchestras transform youth into musicians, not crime statistics

In communities across El Salvador, music is helping hundreds of at-risk youth to steer clear of a life of gangs and crime. The philharmonic youth orchestras are part of the El Salvador Crime and Violence Prevention Project’s holistic approach to prevent crime and violence and spread opportunity.... Read More

El Salvador: Safe spaces help communities reclaim gang-dominated space

On the outskirts of San Vicente, a new playground is bringing hope to a community once-plagued by crime and violence. The El Salvador Violence and Crime Prevention Project is working with communities through infrastructure projects that create safe spaces for youth and their families.... Read More

El Salvador: From at-risk youth to model student

At age 14, Maria had a reputation as a troublemaker and was at risk of leaving school. But with support from a counselor and a unique program that identifies and works with at-risk youth and their families, Maria turned her life around.... Read More

Honduras: Together, volunteers work toward dream of violence-free Honduras

For youth in Honduras’ most violent neighborhoods, volunteers with Alianza Joven Honduras-USAID are a lifeline to opportunity and hope. At a volunteer retreat, volunteers discuss what inspires them, how they support each other and the change they hope to create.... Read More