About Us
NXTGEN 302 is a Black-led, community-based organization founded in 2022 by Tahali Nichols. We currently provide programs and services in Dover, Delaware. NXTGEN 302 is powered by Network Connect, our fiscal sponsor and strategic partner.
Our mission
The mission of NXTGEN 302 is to cultivate the NXTGENeration of leaders who will address and work to prevent community gun violence in Delaware.
We recognize and honor the contributions of long standing leaders and advocates who have worked tirelessly to prevent community gun violence in Delaware. We strive to contribute to their efforts by equipping the NXTGENeration of leaders to take up the baton and carry it to the finish line.
Our vision
We envision a Delaware where youth and young adults are equipped to lead gun violence reduction efforts in their communities in their own ways.
NXTGEN 302 was founded to transform and strengthen the lives of youth and young adults in Delaware. We believe that, with the right guidance, the NXTGENeration of leaders has the power to prevent gun violence.
Our values
Our work is guided by the following values:
Empowerment. We equip youth and young adults with the transformative skills, strength, and confidence they need to make better decisions, become resilient, and achieve success.
Credibility. We intentionally seek staff and Board of Directors who understand and/or share the lived experience of the clients and communities we serve.
Collaboration. We recognize that we cannot achieve our mission alone. Therefore, we partner with organizations that share our values to best serve our clients and communities.
Integrity. We are honest, transparent and committed to doing what is right for the clients and communities we serve.
Accountability. We aim for the highest standards of professionalism, utilization of evidence-based/-informed practices, and fiscal responsibility.
