Project Ujima offers free support to youth and families affected by or at risk of violence. Our team provides counseling, case management, and violence prevention services. We support the emotional and physical well-being of kids and teens to break the cycle of violence.

Project Ujima offers long-term support to youth affected by violence. This includes violence such as gunshot wounds, stab wounds, or injuries from assaults.

Services include:

• Help with managing health care
• Support during a crisis
• Speaking up for kids and families
• Access to mental health services

Youth also participate in mentoring, support groups, and summer camps. These programs help build self-esteem and social skills. Most attend the program for an average of 15 months.

Project Ujima also supports adult victims of violence. This includes violence such as assault, robbery, and domestic abuse.

Services include:

• Home visits
• Help with safety planning
• Access to mental health services
• Access to basic resources

We also provide family activities and support for those coping with grief.

Project Ujima helps kids and families heal from violence. The program helps connect them with others who have had similar experiences.

Programs focus on:

• Building self-esteem
• Coping skills
• Safety planning
• Mentoring and support
• Family events and activities

Youth who show leadership potential can join Milwaukee Leaders in Action. They can help shape the program and engage in community outreach.

Project Ujima’s team offers support in different ways to help kids, teens, and families.

• Crime victim advocates: They provide comfort and support after violent events and assist with basic needs like housing and food. They also guide families on victims’ rights and financial support.
• Nurse and care coordinators: They help families understand injuries. They also manage follow-up care, provide ongoing health education, and offer other support.
• Mental health experts: These experts work with families to address mental health needs, offer crisis intervention, and connect families with long-term mental health care.
• Medical College of Wisconsin staff: Doctors from the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) work in our emergency room. They help hundreds of kids affected by violence each year. MCW also leads research to assess and improve the impact of Project Ujima.

To access services or refer a child, call us at (414) 266-2557. We accept referrals from families, health care centers, schools, and local partners.

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