At YEIA, we believe that every young person deserves opportunities to thrive and lead in their community. Our programs are designed to meet youth where they are, build skills that matter, and create spaces where dreams grow into reality.
Through education, empowerment, creativity, and advocacy, our initiatives open doors for youth to develop academically, socially, and emotionally while strengthening the communities they call home.
Every young person deserves a future they believe in.
Explore the wide range of programs below that connect purpose with action and help young leaders shape the future they deserve.
Food and Nutrition Security
Our food and nutrition programs ensure that young people have access to healthy meals and build knowledge about nutrition, health and wellness in their everyday lives.
Mental Health Support
We provide a space where youth can talk openly about emotional wellbeing, build resilience, and connect with resources that nurture mental health.
After School Enrichment
Our after school programs offer tutoring, mentorship, arts, and hands-on learning activities that inspire academic and personal growth beyond the classroom.
Gun Violence Prevention
We empower youth to be leaders in building safer communities by teaching conflict resolution, advocacy skills and community-driven solutions to end violence.
STEM and Digital Literacy
Through coding, robotics, and digital tools, we ignite excitement about science, technology, engineering and math and prepare youth for success in a digital world.
Summer Learning and Camps
Our summer camps combine fun, learning and exploration so young people can continue to grow socially, academically and personally throughout the summer months.
Workforce Readiness
We equip youth with real-world career skills, mentorship and pathways into meaningful employment so they can confidently step into their futures.
Financial Literacy
Our programs teach young people how to manage money wisely, understand savings and investments, and build habits for financial independence and success.
Creative Writing and Expression
Through poetry, storytelling, and spoken word, youth find their voices, express their experiences and connect with others through the power of words.
LGBTQ+ Safe Spaces
We provide affirming spaces where LGBTQ+ youth feel seen, valued and supported through programs that encourage leadership, confidence and belonging.
Civic Engagement
We guide young leaders to take an active role in shaping their communities through voter education, service projects and public leadership opportunities.
Foster Youth Empowerment
We work to support youth in care by providing mentorship, skill-building programs and a network of resources to empower strong, independent futures.
Sports and Health Equity
Through athletics and health education, we promote teamwork, physical wellness and access to equitable sports opportunities for every youth.
Anti-Bullying Initiatives
Our anti-bullying programs build empathy, teach advocacy skills and create peer-led efforts to make schools and communities more welcoming for all.
Youth Advocacy Projects
We amplify the voices of young people through advocacy campaigns, leadership development, and opportunities to drive change in their communities.
At YEIA, everything we do is grounded in the belief that education, opportunity, and leadership should be within every young person's reach. Our core values are Empowerment, Inclusion, Growth, Service, and Justice.
Empowering Youth Through Leadership and Advocacy
Building Confidence, Skills, and Community Connections
Shaping a Future Where Every Young Voice Is Heard