Buffalo, NY — Nonprofit Organization
Pour Into Our Youth.
"Train up a child in the way they should go." — Proverbs 22:6
Mentorship saves lives. Community heals. Love changes futures. I Am Youth is Buffalo's frontline against violence — empowering youth before the streets do.
Stop the Killing.
Invest in our youth, not violence. Building peace through love, guidance, and community.
Our Mission
We Show Up Where It Matters Most.
I Am Youth works to interrupt violence and provide support to crime victims and their families. We mediate disputes, mentor high-risk individuals, and facilitate healing — in schools, on the streets, and across New York State.
What We Do
Programs & Services
Dispute Mediation
We step in before conflicts escalate — mediating disputes between individuals, families, and groups to prevent violence before it starts.
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Youth Mentorship
High-risk youth are paired with trusted mentors who walk alongside them — in schools, on the streets, and at community events.
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Victim Support Groups
Facilitated support groups for families of homicide victims, providing a safe space to heal, connect, and find strength together.
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Case Management
Wrap-around services for victims, families, and neighborhoods — connecting people to the resources they need to rebuild their lives.
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Street Outreach
Our team is present in schools, on the streets, and at community events — communicating that there is always another way forward.
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Real Change. Real Impact.
In the Community
We Are Buffalo
Youth Over Violence
Standing Together to End Gun Violence.
Peace. Unity. Justice.
Protect the children. Heal the community. Choose peace over pain. Whether you need help, want to volunteer, or want to support our mission — we are here for you.