WillPower Program
WillPower is a teen pregnancy prevention program that utilizes peer theatre, coupled with sexual education and parental involvement.  WillPower engages students in a series of interactive improvisational mini-plays whereby negative sexual behavior is demonstrated in positive behaviors modeled by peers.  This is supported with factual information and discussion that is reinforced through our after-school activities.

The plays are presented by a teen-ensemble comprised of upperclassmen. The program has 4 basic components: a teen ensemble, program facilitators, a program evaluator and community educators. The out-of-school component of the program will take place once a week, approximately 2 hours each session, and includes interactive group discussions, role playing, information and referrals. Our goals are accomplished with the collaboration of Lookingglass Theatre and our education partner Planned Parenthood of Chicago with support and funding from the Illinois Department of Health.

At the completion of this program, youth will:

• State accurate information about teen pregnancy, HIV, and other sexually transmitted infections, including means of prevention, transmission, and current community impact.
• Believe in the value of safer sex, including abstinence and delaying sexual intercourse
• Have confidence in their ability to negotiate sexual situations and take pride in choosing responsible sexual behaviors
• Reduce sexual risk behaviors
• Demonstrate refusal skills, assertive communication, problem-solving, and risk reduction.

WillPower Mentors
In training our youth ensemble, the MGR Foundation utilizes several young adult mentors to support our work with students.  If you are interested in volunteering your time with our WillPower Program, please contact Jeff Min at jmin@mgrf.og.