Our Services

Catalyst for Change SD offers innovative solutions designed to empower at-promise youths to create positive transformations in their communities. Our services focus on fostering collaboration, enhancing skills, and driving impactful change through tailored programs and resources.

Comprehensive Trauma-Informed Approach: We prioritize addressing trauma as a core issue behind risky behaviors and gang affiliation.
The G-PAIR Framework: A unique, multi-layered strategy that tackles prevention, intervention, and education on gang-related issues.
Holistic Development: By focusing on emotional and social literacy alongside coping skill, we empower youth to succeed in all aspects of life.
Collaboration: Partnering with schools, local governments, and community organization ensures we can maximize impact.

At-promise youth (ages 8 to 25) facing challenges such as poverty, family, instability, and exposure to trauma.
Schools and community organizations seeking specialized support for their youth populations.
Parents and caregivers seeking tools and resources to support their children's development.
At risk of gang involvement. Facing trauma, emotional instability, or social challenges..
Community leaders, educators, and law enforcement working to address gang-related issues.

Growth Mindset Training: Teach youth how to develop resilience and adaptability.
Trauma-Informed Care: Help participants understand and heal from personal trauma.
Emotional & Social Literacy: Equip youth with the skills to identify, understand, and manage emotions, as well as interact effectively with others.

G-PAIR Framework
- Prevention: Provide early outreach to discourage gang involvement.
- Affiliation: Address social and psychological factors driving youth to gangs.
- Intervention: Work with active gang members to support reintegration into society.
- Revelation: Educate participants about the hidden realities and risks of gang life.
PTSDCQ (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Coping and Questionnaire):
- Offer tools to assess and address trauma-related symptoms.

Family and Community Engagement: Provide workshops and resources to educate families on how to support at-promise youth.
Mentorship Programs: Pair youth with mentor who model positive behaviors and provide guidance.