San Jose is experiencing an uptick in gang violence involving teenagers, prompting youth violence prevention groups to step up their activities. Pastor Danny Sanchez, who has a violent past, leads The City Peace Project, focusing on mentoring and advocating for youth to recognize their value. He emphasizes creating safe spaces for kids year-round. Sanchez, who also serves as a chaplain for families affected by youth violence, believes empowering these children can lead to transformative changes and hopes upcoming events will contribute to their safety.
"I know if I had somebody like me or my team out there supporting me, my life would've been different... One caring adult can change hundreds of lives."
"So our mission is to mentor and advocate for youth so they can see their value and find peace with themselves and others."
"I've seen the dark side of this and a lot of the kids don't understand that their life is on the line."
"It's amazing to see if you empower these kids, they can do amazing things - they're not too young."
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