The Roving Leader Program In San Antonio

Authors

  • John L. Crompton
  • Peter A. Witt

Keywords:

roving leader, street-workers, crime prevention, at-risk youth

Abstract

This article describes the Roving Leader Program in San Antonio, Texas. Street workers are supplying an important means of reaching youth who are hanging out on street corners and not coming into the recreation centers. The targeted geographic areas include public housing communities and areas with income levels in the low to moderate range. Specific objectives include outreach, increasing self-esteem, respect for others, and providing a link to the numerous services available to youth and their families. The bottom-line is to take a preventative approach to crime and violence.

Published

1997-04-03

Issue

Section

Programs That Work