Healing Hurt People/Center for Nonviolence & Social Justice

Healing Hurt People/Center for Nonviolence & Social Justice Healing Hurt People is a community-focused, hospital-based program in Philadelphia, PA.

designed to reduce reinjury and retaliation among youth ages 8-35 using a trauma-informed care framework.

Our amazing team member Jermaine recently spoke at the National Association of Counties (NACo) Annual Conference, joinin...
07/22/2025

Our amazing team member Jermaine recently spoke at the National Association of Counties (NACo) Annual Conference, joining a powerful panel on County Innovations in Youth Justice. 🙌🏾

He shared insights on how counties can support high-risk youth while promoting healing, accountability, and safety. Huge thanks to NACo for creating space for this important conversation!

🚨 Now Recruiting for Fall 2025! 🚨The Community Health Worker/Certified Peer Specialist Training Academy (CHWP) at CNSJ i...
07/21/2025

🚨 Now Recruiting for Fall 2025! 🚨
The Community Health Worker/Certified Peer Specialist Training Academy (CHWP) at CNSJ is looking for motivated young people ready to make an impact in their communities.

📌 Eligibility:
✔ Ages 18–24
✔ Live in Philadelphia
✔ Have a high school diploma or GED
✔ Not currently enrolled in school (this semester)
✔ Willing to commit to 165 hours of paid training over 9 weeks
✔ Lived experience with trauma, violence, mental health, or substance use, and ready to use that experience to help others

🗓️ Applications due: Friday, August 8th at 5 PM

💻 Questions? Reach out to us or visit our website to learn more!
Email: [email protected]

https://drexel.edu/cnsj/healing-centered-learning/overview/

📲 Please share with your networks!

✨ Fall 2025 CHWP Training Academy Applications Are Open! ✨Are you or someone you know a young adult living in Philadelph...
07/17/2025

✨ Fall 2025 CHWP Training Academy Applications Are Open! ✨

Are you or someone you know a young adult living in Philadelphia and looking to turn lived experience into purpose? This paid training is designed for youth ages 18–24 ready to support others through healing and advocacy.

✅ Must have a HS diploma or GED
✅ Not enrolled in school this semester
✅ Ready to commit to 165 hours over 9 weeks

🗓️ Applications due by August 8, 2025 at 5 PM!

For questions, reach out to us at [email protected]. Check out our website here: https://drexel.edu/cnsj/

Apply here: bit.ly/CHWPFall25

🚨 Now Recruiting for Fall 2025! 🚨The Center for Nonviolence and Social Justice is accepting applications for our Communi...
07/14/2025

🚨 Now Recruiting for Fall 2025! 🚨

The Center for Nonviolence and Social Justice is accepting applications for our Community Health Worker/Certified Peer Specialist (CHWP) Training Academy!

We're looking for young people who are:
- Ages 18–24
- Philadelphia residents
- High school diploma or GED holders
- Not currently enrolled in school this semester
- Available to complete 165 hours of paid training over 9 weeks
- Open to using their lived experience with trauma, violence, mental health, or substance use to support others

📅 Applications are due by Thursday, August 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM

Know someone who may be a good fit? Please share with your networks!

For questions, reach out to us at [email protected]. Check out our website here: https://drexel.edu/cnsj/

Apply here: bit.ly/CHWPFall25

Happy ! 🎧 Today, try using music as a tool for healing. Whether it’s an upbeat playlist that lifts your mood, calming t...
06/25/2025

Happy ! 🎧 Today, try using music as a tool for healing. Whether it’s an upbeat playlist that lifts your mood, calming tracks that help you relax, or healing frequencies like 432 Hz (the natural frequency) or 528 Hz (the love frequency). Let the music move you, ground you, and support your well-being. 💛

Happy 💙This week, we’re focusing on box breathing. This simple yet powerful technique can help calm your mind and body...
06/18/2025

Happy 💙

This week, we’re focusing on box breathing. This simple yet powerful technique can help calm your mind and body. It's great for managing stress, anxiety, or just taking a mindful pause during your day.

Here’s how to try it:
☁️ Inhale for 4 seconds
☁️ Hold your breath for 4 seconds
☁️ Exhale for 4 seconds
☁️ Hold again for 4 seconds
Repeat for a few minutes until you feel more grounded.

Deep breathing can bring you back to the present moment. Try it out and see how it feels!

The FairPlay Community Cup took place on Saturday, June 14, bringing together youth-serving organizations from across Ph...
06/18/2025

The FairPlay Community Cup took place on Saturday, June 14, bringing together youth-serving organizations from across Philly for a day of fun, sportsmanship, and community. 🏆⚽️ With around 200 people in attendance, the event marked the end of FairPlay’s Spring 2025 season. We were proud to be one of the many partners invited to table and connect with families, friends, and community members. Thank you Safe-Hub Philadelphia for having us!

June is Gun Violence Awareness Month. 🧡 Join us as we honor lives lost, uplift survivors, and work toward a safer future...
06/13/2025

June is Gun Violence Awareness Month. 🧡 Join us as we honor lives lost, uplift survivors, and work toward a safer future for our communities.

Happy ! 🧠✨ Today we’re highlighting the power of journaling, a simple yet impactful way to support your mental health. ...
06/10/2025

Happy ! 🧠✨ Today we’re highlighting the power of journaling, a simple yet impactful way to support your mental health. Writing down your thoughts can help you process emotions, reduce stress, and create space for healing. Everyone deserves that space 💛🖊️

Grateful to everyone who joined us for our Experiential Learning Program Meet & Greet luncheon! It was a powerful aftern...
06/09/2025

Grateful to everyone who joined us for our Experiential Learning Program Meet & Greet luncheon! It was a powerful afternoon of connection and community as our trainees wrap up their Certified Peer Specialist training and prepare to bring their skills and lived experience into organizations across the city. Thank you for supporting the next generation of healing leaders! 💛

Healing happens in safe spaces — whether it's a conversation with a friend, a peer group, or a quiet moment with someone...
06/04/2025

Healing happens in safe spaces — whether it's a conversation with a friend, a peer group, or a quiet moment with someone you trust, connection is powerful medicine for mental health 💬💙

That’s what our CYPHER program is all about, creating healing-centered spaces where young people can connect, share, and grow. Learn more about CYPHER here: https://drexel.edu/cnsj/outreach/cypher/

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