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Mission Safe

Address: 
18 John Eliot Square
Boston , MA , 02119
Phone: 617-427-0377
42° 19' 46.0128" N, 71° 5' 25.2852" W
Contact name: 
Mission Safe
What our organization offers: 
MissionSAFE uses a Relational/Developmental/Trauma-Informed model that intentionally works to create conditions for resilience and positive transformation in youth. An essential component of this model is the belief that healthy, growth-fostering relationships with caring adults are at the center of positive change. Our programs aim to provide a feeling of emotional and physical safety that allows youth the freedom to explore, make mistakes, develop self-knowledge and begin to grow. We bolster that with opportunities to master skills and broaden their horizons.

MissionSAFE uses a Relational/Positive Youth Development/Trauma-Informed model that intentionally works to create conditions for resilience and positive transformation in youth. An essential component of this model is the belief that healthy, growth-fostering relationships with caring adults are at the center of positive change. Our programs aim to provide a feeling of emotional and physical safety that allows youth the freedom to explore, make mistakes, develop self-knowledge and begin to grow. We bolster that with opportunities to master skills and broaden their horizons. We meet youth "where they are.” Staff model behaviors and aspirations and are a constant bridge to new experiences and to allowing youth to feel that they can move forward successfully in their lives—personally, educationally and professionally. We provide the environment and access to the tools to begin and sustain that journey. One youth in the early years of the program, capturing what MissionSAFE feels like, said, "MissionSAFE's motto should be, 'Creating family every day.' "

Many of our youth have experienced chronic complex trauma and we use a trauma-informed perspective in all our work. Youth benefit greatly from the sense of belonging and connection with caring staff and have the opportunity to build their confidence through small and steady accomplishments and meeting challenges with the constant support of staff. We meet youth where they are – through schools, peers, and families – and outreach continually.