About The Program
Founded by a survivor of a life-threatening gang-violence incident in Los Angeles, NIPF was created to promote peace and forgiveness, leading to personal and community healing. The NIPF Youth Violence Prevention Program is a comprehensive project designed to address and reduce youth violence and aggression through a series of impactful events, including the I FORGIVE Film Screening.
The NIPF Youth Violence Prevention Program provides practical tools and strategies to help youth manage conflict and emotions. Through this program, we aim to empower and educate the entire community in order to foster a safer and more harmonious environment for all.
We understand the profound, lifelong negative impact that gang violence has on individuals, families, and communities. We spread a message of hope and empower youth and adults, particularly those from underserved communities, by providing resources and support they need to triumph over tragedy, transform their lives, and create safe communities
Meet Tony Davis
From the brink of death to a beacon of inspiration, Dr. Tony Davis exemplifies redemption and resilience. As an Inspirational Speaker, recording artist, and songwriter, he mesmerizes audiences with his best-selling books Heaven Is Real and Forgiveness: Triumph over Tragedy. His compelling story is also portrayed in the film I FORGIVE, where he serves as Executive Producer.
Dr. Davis' incredible journey began with surviving a brutal gang-related shooting in Los Angeles in 2003. Pronounced dead for 30 minutes after enduring ten gunshot wounds, this life-changing ordeal became a powerful catalyst for transformation. It fueled his mission to share his story and advocate for violence prevention programs nationwide and globally.
Driven by a passion to make a difference, Dr. Davis touches countless lives through community outreach, engaging with cities, schools, and organizations across the country. Leading the Youth Violence Prevention Program, he champions safer communities and inspires change, leaving an indelible mark wherever he goes.
About The Film
I FORGIVE is a powerful film that emphasizes the importance of forgiveness and healing. The film is incorporated into the curriculum of the Youth Violence Prevention Training Program, which provides practical tools and strategies to help youth manage conflict and emotions. The program aims to empower and educate the entire community, fostering a safer and more harmonious environment for all.
Our Mission & Vision
MISSION
The mission of the National Increase Peace Foundation (NIPF) is to promote peace and well-being among youth and adults worldwide. The foundation advocates for non-violent conflict resolution, supports victims of violence, educates communities about the impact of violence, and empowers individuals to create a more peaceful world.
VISION
NIPF envisions a world where peace and non-violence are the standard, not the exception. We believe that through education, awareness, and collective action, we can create a society free from violence and its harmful effects. By empowering individuals to stand against violence and actively promote peace, the foundation strives to build a more harmonious world.
