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Knockout Gun Violence Inc.

THE SAFE HANDS
INITIATIVE

YOUTH PROGRAM

Safe Hands. Strong Minds. Brighter Futures.

Empowering youth ages 8–18 to make positive choices, build strong relationships, and create safer communities through boxing, mentorship, and leadership development.

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8–18
Ages Served
5
Core Pillars
FREE
To Participate
365
Days of Impact

We Don't Just Talk Change. We Build It.

Our Youth. Our Community. Our Future.

Youth, families, coaches, and staff gathered at the Safe Hands Initiative parent orientation

🥊 Parent Orientation · A Successful First Step

Launching Soon

Safe Hands Initiative Youth Boxing Program Launching Soon

We are excited to launch our Safe Hands Initiative Youth Boxing Program. Our parent orientation was a successful first step in preparing families, youth, coaches, and staff for a powerful program focused on discipline, confidence, boxing fundamentals, mentorship, and positive youth development.

Knockout Gun Violence Inc. continues to stand against gun violence by creating safe spaces, mentorship opportunities, and positive outlets for youth and families throughout Philadelphia. Founder and Executive Director Nicole Fisher-Brown is making a difference as a positive role model, community leader, police officer, champion boxer, and mentor. Alongside her dedicated team — Coach Clinton Brown, Coach Darrell Wilson, and Crystal Purnell-Bolden — Knockout Gun Violence Inc. is helping build stronger youth, safer communities, and a brighter future for Philadelphia.

📝 Applications Are Now Open · Ages 13–18

Available Slots Are Filling Fast.

We still have available slots for youth ages 13–18 in the Safe Hands Initiative Youth Boxing Program. Families interested in applying should complete the application as soon as possible before all remaining slots are filled.

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Our Five Pillars

The foundation of everything we do — building youth up from every angle.

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Youth Empowerment

Building confidence, leadership, and life skills through boxing and mentorship.

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Education & Support

Tutoring, mentoring, and academic encouragement for every participant.

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Mentorship & Guidance

Connecting youth with mentors who inspire, uplift, and lead by example.

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Community Engagement

Creating safer neighborhoods through service, unity, and collaboration.

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Violence Prevention

Promoting peace, conflict resolution, and responsible choices.

Stop the Violence. Start the Change.

The Safe Hands Initiative Youth Program provides a safe, structured environment where young people can develop discipline, confidence, and purpose. Through boxing training, academic support, mentorship, and community engagement, we equip our youth with the tools they need to thrive.

  • ✓Boxing and fitness training
  • ✓One-on-one mentorship
  • ✓Academic tutoring and support
  • ✓Conflict resolution workshops
  • ✓Community service projects
  • ✓Leadership development
Enroll Your Child Today
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Our Community in Action

See the impact of the Safe Hands Initiative Youth Program in our neighborhoods.

Team at the gym with Knockout Gun Violence shirts and boxing gloves

Team at the gym with Knockout Gun Violence shirts and boxing gloves

Community outreach with young girls

Community outreach with young girls

Youth boxing champion with family

Youth boxing champion with family

Youth group posing in front of a mural

Youth group posing in front of a mural

Youth and mentors training at the park

Youth and mentors training at the park

Unity in the Community mural

Unity in the Community mural

🏛️Official City Recognition

Recognized by Philadelphia City Council

Resolution No. 251002  ·  Adopted November 2025

Knockout Gun Violence Inc. is honored to be officially recognized by the Philadelphia City Council for its outstanding commitment to youth empowerment, violence prevention, mentorship, and community leadership.

Founded by Nicole Fisher, Knockout Gun Violence Inc. was created to provide youth and families with positive opportunities through mentorship, boxing, education, life-skills development, and violence prevention initiatives. The organization believes that true strength is built through discipline, accountability, confidence, and purpose.

Through innovative community programs, youth mentorship initiatives, and free women’s self-defense classes, Knockout Gun Violence Inc. has impacted countless lives throughout Philadelphia by creating safe spaces for growth, empowerment, and personal development.

In November 2025, Philadelphia City Council adopted Resolution No. 251002 honoring Founder Nicole Fisher and Knockout Gun Violence Inc. for their tireless efforts to combat gun violence, uplift youth, empower women, and strengthen communities throughout the City of Philadelphia.

The resolution recognized Nicole Fisher’s leadership as a mentor, coach, advocate, national boxing champion, community leader, and recipient of the 2025 Hidden Hero Award. It further acknowledged her dedication to guiding young people away from violence and toward purpose, leadership, and success.

Highlights of Our Impact

  • ✅Officially Recognized by Philadelphia City Council
  • ✅Recipient of the 2025 Hidden Hero Award
  • ✅Free Women's Self-Defense & Empowerment Classes
  • ✅Youth Mentorship & Leadership Development Programs
  • ✅Violence Prevention & Community Outreach Initiatives
  • ✅Safe Hands Youth Boxing & Life Skills Program
  • ✅Building Stronger, Safer Communities Through Positive Opportunities
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The City of Philadelphia proudly recognizes Nicole Fisher and Knockout Gun Violence Inc. for extraordinary contributions to anti-violence initiatives, youth empowerment, and enduring service to future generations.

— Philadelphia City Council
View Our Community Impact

🥊 Changing Lives. Building Leaders. Knocking Out Gun Violence.

🔥Featured Community Impact

🥊 Inspiring The Next Generation

Martin Luther King High School

More Than Boxing. Building Leaders. Creating Impact.

Nicole Fisher-Brown with students at Martin Luther King High School

“Real conversations. Real impact. Real change.”

💬 What School Leadership Had To Say

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“We want to extend our sincere gratitude for your time and your dedication to your craft. We thoroughly enjoyed learning about your journey, your family, and your boxing career.

Most importantly, we truly recognize and appreciate the profound impact you had on our young people today.”

— Dr. Stacey Mitchell-Precia, Ed.D

Assistant Principal

Martin Luther King High School

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Youth Empowerment

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Motivational Speaking

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Leadership Development

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Violence Prevention

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Confidence Building

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Real Life Mentorship

Why Schools Partner With Knockout Gun Violence Inc.

Our presentations go beyond boxing. Students experience real-life conversations about leadership, decision-making, resilience, confidence, discipline, and overcoming obstacles. Through authentic storytelling and interactive engagement, we empower youth to think bigger than their environment and recognize their own potential.

Knockout Gun Violence school presentation

📚 Interested In Bringing Nicole Fisher-Brown & Knockout Gun Violence Inc. To Your School?

Inspire. Empower. Transform.

Book a School PresentationContact Us Today

Now accepting school, youth organization, mentoring, and community partnership bookings.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Enroll your child in the Safe Hands Initiative Youth Program today. It's free, it's powerful, and it changes lives.

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