Business Details
11 Years
experience
Empowering At-Risk Youth and Families Through Comprehensive Support
Founded in 2015, Showcase Group is a community-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of justice-involved youth and families through comprehensive psychosocial services. Our team of trained professionals delivers tailored programming that integrates mental health support, case management, and social-emotional learning to address the unique needs of at-risk youth. By prioritizing cultural relevance and accessibility, we empower participants to develop critical life skills, break cycles of incarceration, and achieve long-term stability. Through strategic partnerships with churches, community organizations, and educational institutions, we provide essential resources in education, employment, housing, and mental health. Our evidence-based approach emphasizes trauma-informed care and behavioral health interventions, serving youth aged 12-22 in Georgia's detention centers and underserved communities.With a focus on reducing recidivism, we offer advocacy programs like the SWAG Bag Initiative, which mobilizes community networks to support youth development. Our residential programs and school partnerships further reinforce academic success and workforce readiness. Recognizing systemic disparities, we specialize in serving boys and men of color while collaborating with Medicaid providers and child welfare systems to expand access to care. Our multidisciplinary team combines clinical expertise with grassroots outreach to create sustainable pathways toward personal growth and community reintegration. As a 501(c)(3) organization, we rely on donations and partnerships to maintain our mission-driven work.
Services
Case Management
Mental Health Therapy
Advocacy Programs
Residential Support
Employment Pathways
Educational Services
Trauma Counseling
Community Outreach
Youth Development
Family Support
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer trauma-informed care tailored to justice-involved youth's unique needs
- Our SWAG advocacy initiative mobilizes community networks for youth support
- Specialized programs address systemic disparities affecting boys and men of color
- We provide Medicaid-eligible behavioral health services through certified professionals
- Our school partnerships combine academic support with social-emotional learning
Services
Case Management
Our case management services provide personalized guidance connecting justice-involved youth with essential resources. Trained professionals develop individualized plans addressing mental health, education, and housing needs. This structured support helps participants navigate systems while building self-sufficiency through goal-oriented interventions.
Mental Health Therapy
Licensed clinicians deliver trauma-informed therapy tailored to youth in detention centers and community settings. Evidence-based practices address emotional regulation, impulse control, and social skills development. Sessions incorporate cultural competence to effectively support boys and men of color facing systemic challenges.
Advocacy Programs
The SWAG Bag Initiative mobilizes community partners to provide material and emotional support through advocacy networks. Participants receive essential items while connecting with mentors and resources that promote positive decision-making and long-term stability for youth and families.
Educational Services
We partner with schools to deliver customized learning programs addressing academic gaps and special education needs. Our approach combines technology integration with character development, focusing on literacy, workforce preparation, and creating supportive learning environments for at-risk students.
Employment Pathways
Our employment programs connect youth with job training opportunities and workforce development resources. Through mock interviews, resume building workshops, and employer partnerships, we prepare participants for sustainable careers while addressing barriers to economic independence.
People
John Kennebrew
Founder and CEO
John Kennebrew established Showcase Group to address systemic inequities in juvenile justice. With extensive experience in community development, he leads strategic initiatives connecting at-risk youth with transformative resources and support systems.
Dr. Edward Valentin
Clinical Director
Dr. Edward Valentin oversees behavioral health programs, bringing expertise in trauma-informed care. His clinical leadership ensures evidence-based mental health services that address the complex needs of justice-involved youth and families.
Extriara Gates
Program Manager
Extriara Gates manages program implementation with a focus on community engagement. Her work ensures culturally relevant services that empower youth through advocacy, education, and personal development opportunities.
Maria Azuri
Strategic Consultant
Maria Azuri provides strategic guidance for organizational growth. With deep community connections, she develops partnerships that expand access to resources while maintaining the organization's mission-driven approach.
Montez Diamond
Facilitator
Montez Diamond leads skill-building workshops that promote emotional intelligence and decision-making. His hands-on approach helps participants develop practical life skills through interactive programming that emphasizes personal responsibility and growth.
Questions
What services does Showcase Group provide for at-risk youth?
We offer case management, mental health therapy, social-emotional learning programs, residential support, and employment pathways tailored to justice-involved youth aged 12-22.
How can community organizations partner with Showcase Group?
Partners can sponsor mental health sessions, provide employment opportunities, donate SWAG Bags, or collaborate on career readiness programs through our community advocacy initiatives.
What geographic areas does Showcase Group serve?
Our primary service area includes youth detention centers and underserved communities across the state of Georgia, with headquarters in Atlanta.
Does Showcase Group offer residential treatment programs?
Yes, we are developing a residential facility in Georgia focused on behavioral health, life skills development, and workforce preparation for transitioning youth.
How does Showcase Group address systemic disparities in juvenile justice?
We specialize in serving boys and men of color through trauma-informed care, culturally relevant programming, and partnerships with Medicaid providers to improve access to mental health services.
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