Our
Founder
Virginia Chain Breakers Inc was founded by Darchie Lewis, a community advocate dedicated to preventing youth violence and breaking generational cycles of harm through prevention, accountability, and support.
Drawing from lived experience and professional training, Darchie Lewis established Virginia Chain Breakers to address the root causes of gun violence, gang involvement, bullying, and unresolved conflict impacting youth ages 10–22. The organization was created to provide early intervention and community-based solutions, focusing on prevention, mediation, and empowerment rather than punishment alone.
Darchie Lewis is a Nationally Certified Registered Peer Recovery Specialist and an Integrated Forensic Peer Recovery Specialist, bringing a trauma-informed, justice-aware approach to youth violence prevention, recovery support, and victim advocacy.
Through Virginia Chain Breakers, Lewis works closely with youth, families, schools, and community partners throughout Hopewell and the Tri-Cities region to help young people resolve conflict peacefully, make safer choices, and build pathways toward long-term stability and success.
Empowering Our Community
Darchie Lewis- Leading the Change
What We Do
Virginia Chain Breakers Inc provides community-based prevention and intervention services designed to reduce youth violence and support long-term positive outcomes.
We focus on addressing the root causes of violence through:
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Youth Violence Prevention
Education and early intervention to reduce gun, gang, and street violence. -
Anti-Bullying & Conflict Resolution
Teaching healthy communication, emotional regulation, and peaceful problem-solving. -
Gang Prevention & Intervention
Guidance, mentorship, and accountability to help youth avoid or exit gang involvement. -
Mediation Services
Conflict mediation for youth, families, and community situations before violence escalates. -
Victim Support & Advocacy
Support and referrals for victims of violence and families impacted by trauma.
Our programs emphasize prevention, accountability, mentorship, and community trust.
Who We Serve
We serve youth ages 10–22 who are impacted by violence, bullying, trauma, or exposure to high-risk environments.
Our services support:
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At-risk youth and young adults
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Youth impacted by gang or street violence
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Youth experiencing bullying or peer conflict
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Youth involved in or at risk of justice system involvement
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Victims of violence and their families
We primarily serve Hopewell and the Tri-Cities region of Virginia, working in partnership with families, schools, and community organizations.