In today’s fast-paced world, Partners For Peace builds strong families for a peaceful community through classes and mentorship that foster bonding, establish healthy boundaries, and support positive monitoring. Serving parents, caregivers, and youth ages 5–17 across Monterey County, our family education programs help families grow together, overcome challenges, and build resilience—laying the foundation for lifelong connection, stability, and peace.
P4P offers a range of free programs that strengthen families and support youth throughout Monterey County. The Strengthening Families Program helps parents and youth ages 7–17 improve communication, problem-solving, and family bonding. Parent Project supports parents of teens ages 11–17 with tools to address defiance, truancy, and risky behaviors, while Loving Solutions offers strategies for parents of strong-willed children ages 5–10. Familia Adelante provides bilingual, culturally responsive education for Spanish-speaking families with children ages 10–14, focusing on communication, coping skills, and school success. Step Up Mentoring connects youth in grades 6–9 with caring adult mentors to build life skills, explore careers, engage in the community, and grow socially and emotionally. Rainbow Connections offers safe, supportive family groups for parents and caregivers of LGBTQ+ youth, helping reduce rejection and promote acceptance. All programs are available in English and Spanish, online or in person, creating healthier, more resilient families across the region.
Partners For Peace positively impacts Monterey County by strengthening families, supporting youth, and fostering safer communities. Through prevention/intervention family classes like the Strengthening Families Program, Parent Project, and Loving Solutions, parents gain tools to improve communication, reduce conflict, and build healthier relationships at home. Youth benefit from programs like Step Up Mentoring, which promotes life skills, academic success, and civic engagement. P4P also provides culturally responsive support through bilingual classes and indigenous language interpreters, ensuring access for all families. Their work reduces risk factors such as school dropout, substance use, and juvenile justice involvement. By partnering with schools, courts, and community agencies, P4P reaches families most in need and creates a network of trusted support. Programs are offered in English and Spanish, both online and in person, removing barriers and increasing participation. Through prevention, education, and mentoring, Partners For Peace builds stronger families and more resilient communities across Monterey County.
As a single parent of three, there are so many important things to learn. Familia Adelante taught me how to communicate with my children, manage stress, and prioritize our health. I learned how to better understand my kids’ feelings, show them love, and truly listen. This program helped me improve not only my relationship with my children but also with my husband. I’m very grateful to the Family Coaches and would love for more families to have access to a program like this. My experience was incredibly valuable, and I would 100% recommend it to others. - Familia Adelante Graduate (as shared with a Family Coach)
- Gustavo Salgado, Salinas
