Introduction to SSA

Introduction to SSA

NBC Today Show

Out of all the outstanding violence prevention programs being used in America's schools, the Safe School Ambassadors program was selected to be profiled on the April 20, 2004 episode of the NBC Today show, commemorating the 5th anniversary of the Columbine High School tragedy.

NBC Today Show Clip

Inner-city AmbassadorsThwart Gangs and Reduce Violence

Ambassadors in the Los Angeles Unified School District show their courage, reaching across ethnic divisions and stepping out of gang influences to reduce violence, build bridges of understanding, and create more peace in their schools.

Inner City Ambassadors

Overview: Middle & High School

Overview: Middle & High School

Overview & Impact: Elementary School

Overview & Impact: Elementary School

Impact: Middle & High School

Impact: Middle & High School

An Ambassador's Story

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Audio Interview with Rick Phillips, Executive Director

Sonoma Spotlight on KRCB radio
Aired Thursday, September 1, 2005, 9 AM

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"It made me realize how to stop the little things that lead to big problems."

--Safe School Ambassador, Chapin HS, Texas