Violence IS Preventable
“Violence is not an inherent part of the human condition. It can be predicted and prevented. In recent decades, data-driven and evidence-based approaches have produced knowledge and strategies that can prevent violence. These include interventions at individual, close relationship, community and societal levels.”
— 10 Facts About Violence Prevention (World Health Organization, 2017)
Our Mission
Out Of Bounds: Prevention, Intervention & Support for Grief & Trauma is a grassroots organization based in the Jane/Finch area which was formed after the “year of the Gun” in 2005.
As a Charitable organization with a holistic, open-minded approach, we aim to eradicate gun violence in our communities across the GTA.
Empower
We empower, educate and support grieving and non-grieving members of the community through a mutual peer support model
Support Network
We provide a coordinated network of quality grief care supports and services for youth and their families.
Professional
We develope a strong body of trained facilitators and volunteers who are able to provide competent services and support to residents.
We have adapted during COVID-19
You Are Not Alone
Our Virtual G-Social is offered every 3rd Thursday of the month. Join us for sharing, listening, healing and hope.
Prevention and Intervention Services
Concentrating on gun violence reduction, we provide sustained programs which Educate, Raises Awareness and Empowers Children, Youth, Families and Communities on the dangers and devastations associated with/to gun violence.
On-going Tailored Preventions:
- Engaging through Education – monthly groups, school visits/presentations
- Collaboration – Like-minded agencies, institutions
- Youth Engagement – children, youth, young adults
- Community Involvement – Events geared to heighten community participation
- Parental Education – supervision, inter-generational alerts
- Prosocial Male Role Model Participation – Contribution by ‘Fathers Across Cultures’
- Awareness Raising Activities – Data-gathering, research, knowledge-sharing
- Cultivating Healthy Relationships – Peer Mutual Support
- Peace Partnerships – Community Agencies, Government, Law Enforcement
- Continuous & Ongoing Program Evaluation – PAR Approach
Customized Interventions & Training in the Following Areas:
- Emotional Intelligence Training – behaviour, emotions & performance
- Balanced Recreational Activities – Holistic lifestyle approach
- Life Skills Training – management and decision-making
- Awareness-Raising Activities – Deter gang involvement
- Drug/Alcohol and/or Addictions Education – Healthy coping skills
- Integrating Cultural Activities – Positive engagements across ethnicity
- Case Management – Tailored services to suit individual/situation
- Mentorship – ‘Fathers Across Cultures’ program
- Employment Training & Support – Strength-based approaches
- Community Service & Involvement – Restorative methods on all relational levels
- Counselling Services – Varied approach towards holistic healing
Volunteer
Out Of Bounds was founded with a small group of passionate and dedicated volunteers. Today, the energy and efforts of many volunteers provide diverse community members and OOB clients with important compassionate services, information, education, and care.
Thank you to our generous sponsors
