after watching the documentary on gangs I felt that there needs to be more people out there like Victor Rios. yes we all get caught up in difficult situations but when is enough, enough? what does it take for you to realize that the lifestyle your living isn't the right one. seeing how he changed his life completely around is just a great example of what you, as a human being is really capable of. you have the power and ability to change any aspect of your life and for you to have the strength to do that is remarkable. trying to get out of the gang scene can be very hard. i know most of yall know that in order to get out can be quite dreadful. dying is a strong possibility to try and escape that lifestyle. but if you have that urge and determination in you to leave, then you will. nothing will seem difficult to you once you escape.
victor rios is a true example of bravery and determination in order to re-grasp his life again. he should be a great influence on many other young men that are in his situation. he gives them the opportunity to want to leave that lifestyle and for some young men, thats all they need. hope is what we all need. hope for peace. hope for life. and just hope for change. after hearing victor's story we can all breathe a sigh of relief. that change is possible.
Your blog reminded me of the SW360k Leadership in the Community class that i'm taking. We visit a middle school on the East side of Austin, so we're learning about gangs and drugs to help those at-risk children. Hopefully, we will set good examples for children and steer them away from gangs, crime, and violence.
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ReplyDeleteI didn't watch the video, but the article about his work with the at-risk youth was very inspiring to me. I'm glad that he's gone as far as he has academically, but more so that he's not only sought education for himself, but going the extra mile to ensure that others who may not feel like they have positive choices in life can also turn their lives around. I realize that change isn't always easy, but it is possible.