Ultimate Vision Dreamers
Across the city, We Are United in Our Dedication to empowering our youth & reducing violence amongst them!
Our Team
We are dedicated to rebuilding a city that thrives on unity, resilience, and the empowerment of our youth.
Rashidah Crystal Cornitcher: the founder of the Ultimate Vision Dreamers Foundation. A proud West Philadelphia native and former student of conflict resolution and peer mediation, Rashidah holds an MBA from Rosemont College, a BS from Penn State University, and certifications from Harvard University. Her passion for empowering youth stems from her personal journey and dedication to fostering stronger, more resilient communities.
Dr. Crystle Roye-Gill, President of the Ultimate Vision Dreamers Foundation, is a proud West Philadelphia native, seasoned educator, and visionary founder of our Conflict Resolution and Peer Mediation curriculum. With over 30 years of experience as a teacher and principal, Dr. Gill brings unparalleled expertise and passion for empowering youth and transforming communities.
R. Crystal Cornitcher
Dr. Crystle Roye-Gill
Our Approach
Empowerment, Resilience, Growth
At Ultimate Vision Dreamers Foundation, we believe in a holistic approach to youth empowerment, addressing the mind, body, and spirit. Through our innovative Conflict Resolution and Peer Mediation curriculum, we equip young people with practical tools to peacefully resolve conflicts and foster emotional well-being. By integrating physical fitness, group trauma healing, and mentorship, we nurture resilience, encourage personal growth, and build stronger communities, one young leader at a time.
— Our Mission
Is to empower young individuals within the West Philadelphia Community with the skills and resources needed to resolve conflicts peacefully and constructively. Through tailored training, mentorship, and community engagement, we aim to equip youth with essential conflict resolution techniques, communication skills, and emotional intelligence.
— Our Vision
Is to break the cycle of violence by fostering empathy, understanding, and respect for diversity, ultimately creating safer and more resilient communities where conflicts are resolved through dialogue and mutual understanding.
— Our Story
The Ultimate Vision Dreamers Foundation is a non-profit 501c3 that began as a shared mission rooted in a life-changing connection. Dr. Chris Roye-Gill, then Dean of Students at Sulzberger Middle School, introduced a groundbreaking Conflict Resolution and Peer Mediation program. Among the students required to participate was Rashidah, whose mother enrolled her after a near-tragic fight. The program not only transformed Rashidah’s approach to conflict but also her life’s trajectory.
Under Dr. Roye-Gill’s mentorship, Rashidah learned to use her head instead of her fists, forging a bond that would inspire her future. She earned a full scholarship to Penn State University, graduating with a Bachelor’s degree, later earning her MBA, and thriving as an NFL sports agent, entrepreneur, and community leader. Yet, her passion to revive the program that shaped her remained a constant.
On September 14, 2018, Rashidah founded the Ultimate Vision Dreamers Foundation and partnered with Dr. Roye-Gill to revive the program that had once changed her life.
After years of seeking funding, their persistence paid off in 2023, allowing them to relaunch the program after a 27 year hiatus with 12 youth during a transformative four-week summer session. By 2024, they doubled enrollment, integrating conflict resolution fundamentals with fitness and group trauma therapy, continuing their commitment to empowering the next generation in West Philadelphia.