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He soon enlisted with Gangstas Making Astronomical Community Changes, Inc. , then the leading anti-violence organization in Fort Greene, and quickly climbed the ranks. But the nonprofit abruptly) scratch with Switching Lifestylez, which he co-founded with fellow ex-G-MACC employee Inez Wilson. For the first two years, they brokered peace with no funding—only credibility.
He describes his duties as mentoring high-risk youth, mediating conflicts, cultivating job readiness, and assisting with reentry . Ultimately, those efforts all contribute to stopping shootings long before a firearm is picked up. “Spend a day with Carlos and you’ll see a man who is as loved and respected as much as he loves and respects everyone in the community with which he works—from our youth to our elders,” Hudson said. “He is a role model, mentor, and friend to many, and watching him work is incredible. He brings an unwavering sincerity and empathy that makes it clear why he is so beloved. Across our city, there is a great need for more people like Carlos and organizations like Switching Lifestylez.