Newark Community Street Team

Newark Community Street Team, founded by Mayor Ras J. Baraka, is a community-based organization located in Newark, New Jersey. Operating as a small entity with 10 employees, NCST focuses on implementing violence reduction strategies within the city. NCST's core mission revolves around hiring, training, and deploying Outreach workers and High Risk Interventionists. These individuals work directly within the South Ward and West Wards of Newark, aiming to address community violence through evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches. NCST distinguishes itself through its community-driven approach, emphasizing collaboration and understanding. Their commitment to evidence-based practices and trauma-informed strategies sets them apart in their efforts to reduce violence. For further information about Newark Community Street Team, please visit their website at newarkcommunitystreetteam.org.