PROGRAMS & SERVICES
Strengthening our African -American youth’s capacity to feel a sense of cultural PRIDE as they strive to reach their potential and staff to experience a sense of PRIDE in knowing that they are providing quality, culturally competent programs to youth we have the privilege of serving, exemplifies the philosophy of PYS’ success!
While making significant contributions to African-American youth and families, PYS is also effective in working with youth from other cultural backgrounds. We are currently supporting schools and communities in Maryland and Philadelphia, with more cities to come.
To inquire about offering any of our programs in your local community, contact us.
For Young Men
Adolescent Male Empowerment Network (AMEN) Program
The AMEN program works closely with young men between 14 and 18 years old to help them develop healthy ways of valuing themselves. Through mentoring and a structured environment, we help young men create useful and productive strategies for confronting life’s challenges.
Distinguished Gentlemen Program
The Distinguished Gentlemen Program works closely with young men who have completed the Adolescent Male Empowerment Network (AMEN) Program to develop and refine their leadership skills while learning the principles of teamwork. This program provides opportunities for young men to exhibit leadership in the community through the development of community service projects
Being that this is a step-up program from AMEN, this program includes the opportunity to become an AMEN co-facilitator, where they can earn a stipend!
For Young Women
Adolescent Female Forum to Inspire, Respect & Motivate (AFFIRM) Program
The AFFIRM program works closely with young women, ages 14-18, to help them develop healthy ways of valuing themselves and embracing their powerful attributes. AFFIRM aspires to help young women reach their full potential by providing a supportive environment that focuses on developing self-esteem, peer relationships, and education.
Divine Divas Program
The Divine Divas Program works closely with those young women who have completed the AFFIRM program. This program works with young women, ages 14-18, to develop and refine their leadership skills while learning the principles of teamwork. This program also allows them to identify, organize, and implement various community service projects.
Being that this is a step-up program from AFFIRM, this program includes the opportunity for young women to become an AFFIRM co-facilitator, where they can earn a stipend!
For Young Men & Women
#NCONTROL Program
Helps middle and high school students analyze their own behavior and manage their emotions which is a key part of personal development. This program helps young people develop healthy ways of expressing their emotions (especially anger), while developing productive ways to handle and resolve conflicts. We help these kids remain #NCONTROL of their thoughts and actions, leading to better outcomes in adulthood.
Academic & Career Enrichment (ACE) Program
The ACE Program is designed to empower middle school aged students by helping them develop their innate potential to be successful in improving their academic performance, learning about potential career paths to pursue, and supporting them in developing basic job readiness skills. We also provide them the opportunity to earn a stipend and instill valuable money management skills.