Youth violence in Indianapolis recently received high profile local and statewide attention after a number of shootings involving teens. Many non-profits work to counter the root causes of this violence, including the Boys and Girls Club of Indianapolis. WFYI’s Jill Sheridan asked CEO Maggie Lewis about its programs and how to get more children to connect with them.
This interview has been edited for time and clarity.
Jill Sheridan: Talk a little bit about the history of the program and how it has been so successful.…