Counteract International

We go behind bars to help youth embrace a new trajectory for their life through consistent mentorship, life skills training, and biblical guidance.

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Josué, Success Academy graduate, spends his afternoons working as a valet attendant at a fitness center while also helping care for his children and getting them to school each morning. He is also continuing his studies to become a computer technician.
#counteract #Guatemala

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Joselito is a former #SuccessAcademy student who was recently released from a juvenile detention center. He now has started working at a banana plantation and is working on completing his middle school studies. #Counteract partners with government probation officials to help.

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One of the things that brings us the most joy and motivates us is seeing our youth who have completed both levels of the #SuccessAcademy. With strengthened character & maturity, they are excited to share their faith with peers who are currently in the first stage of the program.

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Yovani joined the Success Academy in 2018 following a life-changing incident that left him without vision. Since then, he has worked hard to build new skills and greater independence. Today, he is living with a level of independence that reflects his determination and dedication.

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Madelaine is a former Success Academy student who lost touch with us after leaving the juvenile detention center. Recently, we reunited with her through another former student. Madelaine is doing her best to move forward as she raises her 9mo daughter. Join us in praying for them

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🛜 NOW STREAMING - Last night, Counteract Executive Director Greg Harris was a guest on the nationally syndicated talk radio program @america_atnight with @McGrawMilhaven. Greg’s segment begins at the 39:16 mark. Available on all podcast platforms. https://t.co/3poxbHSCvx

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Every story in our book is a reminder that no life is beyond hope. Real stories of restoration, second chances, and lives being transformed through faith, mentorship, and consistent support.
➡️ https://t.co/KNZ9zQHXeh

#counteract #counteractbook #youthministry #HopeBeyondBars

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Our Executive Director Greg Harris was recently featured in the George W. Bush Presidential Center’s “Five Questions With…” series.

🎙️ READ THE INTERVIEW: https://t.co/NgW2jVfOlU

📕 LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BOOK:
https://t.co/KNZ9zQHXeh

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Regional Director Pancho Molina recently joined the Temas Vitales con Dolly Martin (Vital Issues) program on Radio Amistad to share more about the work of Counteract and the heart behind our new book.
WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://t.co/6VhrgHMRUW

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At the Old Jalteva boys detention center in Honduras, a recent Bible distribution provided personal copies of Scripture to the young men, making sure those who didn’t already have one are now equipped with their own. The Bibles were generously donated by a local church.
#Bible

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The young people in the Success Academy continue to show a real desire to grow and learn more about God. One of the classes is a Teen Challenge course on building character, values, and personal faith.

#counteract #successacademy #teenchallenge #centralamerica #faithministry

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For Nahun, success means learning a trade that gives him hope for the future. He’s currently in the final stage of his refrigeration training, gaining not just technical knowledge, but a new sense of direction and confidence in what’s ahead. https://t.co/nLGCshYpal #youthministry

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With consistency and hard work, Helen is focused on strengthening her mom’s tamale stand and helping it succeed. It’s a small family business built around the traditional Honduran favorite. Support our mission at https://t.co/nLGCshYpal #counteract #youthministry #lifechange

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Before release, the #Counteract team meets with youth to help them plan their next steps. In #Guatemala, Isabel walks through each young person’s Success Plan — a clear path for what comes next, where they’ll live, their family situation, and the changes ahead.

#HopeBeyondBars

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🎙️Counteract's Executive Director @gregharrismpa recently sat down with @jamesgspencer on the "Thinking Christian" podcast.
➡️ LISTEN HERE: https://t.co/riMjtmJCjB

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May we find renewed hope and happiness as we celebrate the miracle of Easter.

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Helen’s journey toward becoming a nursing professional has just begun. We’re so encouraged by her determination to persevere and her desire to keep growing. She dreams of using her career to honor God, serve others, and help build a better future for herself and her community.

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Please join us in congratulating Edward Rivera on 18 years with Counteract! His dedication, leadership, and heart for this mission have made a lasting impact. We’re grateful for Ed and the role he continues to play in changing lives!

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We rejoice in celebrating Manuel’s baptism behind bars in Honduras. As he took this meaningful step in his faith journey, he shared his testimony before others. We are grateful to witness the continued transformation taking place in the lives of youth we serve.

#HopeBehindBars

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This new book offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at transformation happening in some of the hardest places — and the role ordinary people can play in changing the trajectory of a life.

LEARN MORE: https://t.co/AarockOaat