Restoring Hope for Our Future by Empowering Youth to Succeed
BABY’s mission is to prevent young people in South Los Angeles from entering gangs and to reduce the impact of gang activity on our communities.
Our interventions keep students off the streets and in school, promote peace in and around our school communities, foster safe and resilient learning environments, and advance youth’s core life and coping skills.
BABY Executive Director Recognized as an Unsung Hero!
We are honored to announce that our Executive Director, Charles “Bear” Spratley, has been nominated by Senator Sydney Kamlager (SD-30) for the California Legislative Black Caucus’ 2022 Unsung Hero Recognition.
Join us for this virtual event honoring Black History Month and the many individuals who contribute so selflessly to our communities.
“Working with BABY was like counseling, but on a level that I could relate to.
They had a big impact on the way I carry myself and my future.”
Programs
Gang Prevention & Mentorship
BABY provides gang assessments and evaluations, mediation, conflict resolution, mentorship, life skills training, academic support, and extracurricular sports and activities at Los Angeles public and Charter Schools.
Parent & Community Engagement
We work with parents, community members, and public/private agencies to educate them on gang-recruitment practices, strengthen partnerships, and offer real life strategies to prevent gang violence.
In-reach & Re-entry Programming
Through the Prison Letters 4 Our Struggling Youth Program and re-entry services, BABY helps currently and formerly incarcerated individuals share their stories, improve their circumstances, and create lasting change.