The premise of the AEGIS program is that many risks to
children are based on behavioral choices over which they can exercise control, and that these choices are a function
of what they are committed to, what they value, how they see their future, and their determination to adhere to those
commitments and values even under pressure from peers and others.
AEGIS is a prevention program designed to start at an
early age, to help address the variety of problems faced by our society. One key component of creating a more
healthy, peaceful, productive, and compassionate society is promoting basic and universal ethical standards that produce
successful communities.
