WORKSHOPS THAT HELP YOUTH SHINE

YWA Workshops give youth a safe place to build confidence, practice leadership, and learn real‑life skills they can use at school, at home, and in their future careers.

 SIX 12-WEEK WORKSHOPS

Through 12‑week mentorship programs and special pre‑teen employment sessions, young people ages 10–16 discover their strengths, set goals, and learn how to make responsible decisions.

1. SELF‑DISCOVERY AND AWARENESS

Develop self‑awareness, emotional intelligence, and healthy habits through personalized mentorship.
Participants gain a clear understanding of their strengths and weaknesses while building confidence, self‑control, and positive routines as they interact with peers.

2. HIGH ACHIEVER

This workshop helps youth develop leadership skills and enhance decision‑making abilities.
Through structured activities, participants learn how to work in teams, collaborate on projects, and apply self‑awareness to real leadership situations—making informed decisions and working effectively with others.

3. EXPECT THE BEST

Expect the Best cultivates a positive mindset and practical life skills like goal‑setting and time management.
Youth learn how to set daily and weekly goals, create simple action plans, and build resilience so they can tackle challenges and pursue their dreams with confidence and a positive outlook.

4. PUMP IT UP

Pump It Up provides a platform for self‑expression through dance, art, music, performance, and other creative talents.
Participants gain confidence by showcasing their gifts, building self‑esteem, and encouraging one another’s creativity in a supportive community, with chances to share talents at YWA events and talent shows.​

5. TRUST THE PROCESS

Trust the Process teaches essential life skills, including money management and budgeting.
Participants learn how to make responsible financial decisions, understand needs versus wants, and see how consistent, small choices today can shape their future opportunities.

6. PRE-TEEN EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP

The Pre‑Teen Employment Workshop teaches the key fundamentals of how to prepare for an interview and show up confidently in early work experiences.
Youth ages 13–16 also receive study hall support for homework and group projects, plus special pre‑teen employment training that introduces them to workplace expectations and communication

WHAT HAPPENS IN A WORKSHOP

Each workshop follows a simple, consistent flow so youth feel comfortable and know what to expect.


We mix hands-on activities with reflection and teamwork so students leave feeling proud of what they created and more confident in who they are.

  • Welcome & check-in: games and icebreakers to build connection
  • Hands-on project: art, leadership, life skills, or creative challenges
  • Skill spotlight: communication, problem-solving, goal-setting, or teamwork
  • Reflection circle: what they learned, how they felt, and how they’ll use it
  • Fun closing: quick game or celebration to end on a high note


“My child comes home from YWA smiling, talking about new friends, and feeling proud of what they made. It’s become the best part of our week.”


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