Education · Creativity · Opportunity

From surviving to building.

Victims2Victory gives young people practical tools to find their voice, strengthen their choices and turn their talent into leadership.

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Mentorship becomes momentum when young people have room to lead.
Real tools. Real expression. Real opportunity.
2012Founded in New Hampshire
Ages 5+Programs across life stages
NY + NHCommunity-rooted impact
Our mission
“Self-education is the key to success.”— Jestina Weems, Co-Founder

Help people find their voice—and build with it.

We empower the next generation through education, entrepreneurship, philanthropy and the arts. Our programs meet young people where they are, then help them develop the confidence, discipline and critical-thinking skills to shape what comes next.

Victims2Victory began by teaching people how to share stories of overcoming abuse, addiction, imprisonment and disability. That foundation grew into a network of social-emotional, creative and career-focused programs built to move communities forward.

Programs

More than one path to victory.

Programs can support schools, community organizations, families and young people seeking stronger tools for expression, decision-making and the future.

Ages 7–25 · Social-emotional learning

Stop The Hate

Interactive activities and role play address bullying, abuse, addiction, mental health, gun violence and self-awareness.

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Ages 13+ · Guided technology

Intervention

Simulations help participants examine choices, behavior patterns, relationships, financial responsibility and leadership.

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All levels · Creative expression

Creative Minds

Performance art, storytelling and media give youth a productive outlet—and practical skills to market their talent.

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Ages 5+ · Performing arts

Music & Theatre

Music 101 and Rising Stars build discipline, confidence, collaboration, creative expression and stage presence.

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Media literacy · Storytelling

My View & Understanding Film

Young people learn to examine perspective, understand film language and communicate their own ideas with intention.

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Education · Employment

College & Career Readiness

Goal-setting, preparation and entrepreneurial thinking connect classroom learning to sustainable opportunities.

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How we work

The whole person matters.

01

Reflect

Recognize emotions, experiences, habits and the context behind everyday choices.

02

Create

Use art, technology and collaboration to turn personal expression into practical capability.

03

Lead

Build discipline, accountability and the confidence to contribute to community change.

Learning in action

Build what comes next.

Our evolving workshops connect the original Victims2Victory mission to today’s creative and technical opportunities.

Adults collaborating in a leadership workshop

Leadership & entrepreneurship

Strategy, storytelling, grant readiness and community-centered problem solving.

An instructor teaching coding and technology

Coding & digital tools

Technology becomes a language for invention, independence and new career pathways.

Our story

Built for long-term change.

Victims2Victory was established in Northwood, New Hampshire, and expanded its work through Brooklyn schools, artists, community organizations and families.

2012 · Research and listening

The organization began by helping people share stories of challenge, resilience and purpose.

2013 · Youth mentorship

The focus expanded to resources and mentors supporting young people socially, mentally and academically.

2015 · Stop The Hate

A twelve-week social-emotional program was introduced to confront issues young people were already navigating.

Today · Skills for the future

Creative arts, career readiness, entrepreneurship and technology continue the work of turning lived experience into leadership.

Past support and community relationships

Citizens Committee for NYCFlatbush YMCAPS 208Meyer Levin PS 285District 18Community artists & mentors
Ready to help?

Victory takes a community.

Bring a program to your school, contribute your expertise, sponsor a workshop or help a young person see more possibilities for their future.

Brooklyn, New York · Strafford, New Hampshire
(914) 648-1590 · Monday–Friday, 9 AM–6 PM

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