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The Lalo Gunther Story
Lalo joined a gang as
a teenager. He was arrested,
served time in the California
Youth Authority, and now is
a college graduate, a husband,
homeowner, and incredible
public speaker.
The Lt. Sion Brannan Story Part II
Sion
joined a gang during his teen
years. He was shot in the
stomach and almost died when
he was 19 years old. He left
the gang scene, began college,
graduated from CalPoly, became
a high school teacher, and
after 9/11 decide to serve
his country as an Officer/Airborne
Ranger in the U.S. Army.
The Jose Orozco Story
Jose
lost both parents when he
was barely a teen. After dropping
out of high school, he was
mentored while working at
a Jack in the Box. He obtained
his GED, graduated college,
and is now in his last year
of law school. He was recently
elected as President of the
student bar.
The
Agustin Pena Story
From
being an at-risk teenager,
Agustin began to dream about
becoming a school teacher
and ultimately an attorney.
He is in his last year of
SDSU, is a substitute teacher
in San Diego's Juvenile Hall,
and has plans of attending
law school next year. In 2007,
Agustin lost his 14 year old
brother who was shot in a
random act of violence.
The Jennifer Van Luyn Story
Jennifer was diagnosed with a terminal
illness. Most would be angry
and give up. Jennifer decided
she wanted to be an example
to her two children, and
went to college and graduated
with a Bachelor's in Criminal
Justice. She still is battling
for her life and encourages
those around her all the
while.
The Jose Antonio Story
Jose Antonio had no
family, and after coming to
the U.S. illegally, was sent
back to Mexico. He lived on
the streets for many years
eating out of trashcans, using
heroin, and resorting to crime
and prostitution. He has now
been drug free for over two
years, and is working and
a productive member of his
community.
The Tsitsi Mutseta Story
Tsitsi
was brought to the united
states via human trafficking.
She was held for three years,
and finally was able to break
away. She now attends college
at SDSU and leads a fight
with her newfound friend Jennifer
to fight AIDS in Africa through
their non profit organization.
The Shawn (Platter) Shuman Story
Shawn
was victimized by a police
officer when she was young
teenager. Under the guise
of babysitting, the police
officer had sex with her and
threatened her. She shares
her story for the first time.
Shawn is now married and in
the process of writing a book
about her story.
The Mario & Karina Torres Story
Mario
and Karina Torres have a remarkable
story. Karina was molested
by her school music teacher
who was prosecuted. Mario
stood by her, and they later
married and now have a little
girl. They have a heart for
others and love to be an encouragement
to those around them.
The
Ericka Cordero Story
Ericka
Cordero courageously shares
her story of being victimized
for most of her life, and
how she has been able to overcome
and persevere in her life.
She now counsels young people
encouraging them to change
their life and make good decisions.
Jeanette's
Story
Jeanette
enduring the murder of her
mother when she was only ten
years old. Unfortunately,
the suspect in the case was
her step father. Jeanette
shares her story candidly.
Luis and Lucia Castillo
Luis
and Lucia Castillo work hard
for their family and do everything
to raise their two children,
one more on the way, the best
way they know how. They desire
to do for their children what
they wished they would have
had. Luis did not have a positive
father role model, and seeks
to be that for his children.They
have a heart for others and
love to be an encouragement
to those around them.
Joel and Kyla Festerly Story
Joel and Kyla Festerly have an incredible story of natural childbirth. Joel was born at home with natural childbirth while Kyla was born in the hospital. They now teach natural childbirth classes. They have a heart for others and love to be an encouragement to those around them.
Sgt.
Garry Gison
Garry
Gison not only serves our
country in the U.S. Army,
he also is a mentor in the
community. He is called upon
by many probation officers
to assess and help young people
to strategize for their future.
State Parole PAC Meeting
California State Department of Corrections holds PAC meetings upon releasing groups of inmates back into the communities. PowerMentor has assisted in helping the inmates to re-integrate back into society having a positive impact and reducing their changes of returning back to prison.
Antigua 2008 Anti-Gang Project Part I
Antigua 2008 Anti-Gang Project Part II
Lalo Gunther and Kevin LaChapelle spent time in Antigua to assist in formulating a comprehensive anti-gang project to address their increase in gang crimes. They will be returning to Antigua in March or April 2009 to continue assisting the people of Antigua in their efforts.
Launching of the PowerMentor Mobile Outreach Center
PowerMentor's Mobile Outreach Team is a critical part of assisting communities with taking ownership of the gang violence problems. Our trailer has many capabilities and empowers us to be a force multiplier.
PowerMentor to Speak at Collision Conference
David Lira leads a group called Collision which helps young people understand the importance of critical thinking skills and the consequences for their actions and decisions.
Colorado Mentor Training
PowerMentor provides training to communities to set up mentorship programs and increase the effectiveness of current programs.
Year of the Youth Conference and Video
PowerMentor was privileged to assist SDOP with their annual Year of the Youth conference.
Javier Quiroz Anti-Violence Rally
PowerMentor's co-founder Agustin Pena lost his little 14 year old brother Javier to a random act of violence in 2007. Our Mobile Outreach Team was initiated in response to Javier's murder.
Yosemite
2007
Yosemite
2006
Cedar
Creek Falls
PowerMentor sponsors trips to Yosemite and Cedar Creek to be a catalyst for mentees and their mentors or parents to develop stronger relationships and strategize for their lives.
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