Around $28 million in gun violence prevention money is funding training for hundreds of at-risk young people in the state. Mount Vernon is one of the communities where the cash is making a difference. AielloTV reports.
Westchester Barber Academy owner Charnay Phaire says training also offers young people the camaraderie and support that helps them make better choices and"soft skills" that can help in other ways.
"You're gonna meet so many different people. You're going to develop so many different skills when it comes to your conversation, things you have to do for customer service to successfully be a barber, Phaire said.He chose his path. He's putting in the work. His future is looking sharp.
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