Thank you for visiting our website and for your interest in the Philadelphia Anti-Drug/Anti-Violence Network, Inc. (PAAN). This year marks our 35th year in existence and, more importantly, 35 years of never wavering in our efforts to prevent violence and drug abuse in the City of Brotherly Love.

 

Our fundamental strategy is best exemplified by our motto, “we make house calls”. 

PAAN’s commitment to outreach is a reflection of our realization that a helping hand must sometimes be attached to an extremely long arm. You may see our vehicles anywhere at any time as our programs operate every day of the week and nearly all day. We concentrate on the neighborhoods hardest hit by violence. Some may be ready to give up on these areas, but PAAN knows that in even the most violent parts of the city, the vast majority of the residents want peace. We also recognize that the vast majority of potential offenders would welcome an alternative to their violent lifestyle. For that reason, we work to support anyone who wants a better way.

 

The most important word in our name is the word Network. James Mills, our founder, recognized that violence prevention and substance abuse reduction require tremendous collaboration. We are very thankful for all of our partners including every Philadelphian who wants to make this city become the safest in the world.  

 

Together, we can make that desire a reality.

 

God bless,

 

George D. Mosee, J., Esquire                            

Executive Director