Empowering youth to change the world
Cultivating the next generation of game changers and thought leaders.
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Excellence in Youth Development (CDE)
2004
Excellence in Youth Development (CDE)
2006
Nonprofit Leadership (NAACP)
2008
Advocates of the Year (CASC)
2016
Pioneer in Education (NWEC)
2010
Over 20 years of developing young minds.
Our Mission
To empower our youth through education to achieve excellence and success in their lives, to inspire and prepare them to become future leaders of their communities, and to teach them how to work together to create positive change in their lives and in the world.
Our Vision & Goal
To cultivate a new generation of leaders and engaged citizens, empowered with a sense of purpose and responsibility, and committed to working together to create positive change in our society and the world.
Our Philosophy
For over 20 years, our organization has worked to create opportunities for diverse youths to achieve success and create positive change in their communities. At the Young Center, we believe that young people are our future leaders. And so, we empower our youth with the critical knowledge, skills and guidance they will need to succeed.
Education
We believe that education is a powerful tool that can transform lives and help level the playing field in society.
Moral Character
We believe that moral character development is foundational and should be part of every child's educational experience.
Service
We believe that service is a moral obligation for every person, in order to make the world more equitable and inclusive.
Equity
We believe that no child, regardless of difference, should be denied the opportunity to realize his or her full potential for success in life.
“If we expect our youth to become the future leaders of our society, we must begin now to prepare them for that purpose and provide them with opportunities to lead.”
William A. Young
FoUNDER & PRESIDENT
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MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT
COVID-19 Update Greetings students, parents and alumni. Wanted to update you with important new information regarding COVID-19 and school reopenings. Gov. Gavin Newsom recently announced a statewide
February 5, 2021
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Testimonials
"Young Center ambassadors are the future leaders of our society. They are the role models that other youth should strive to emulate."
""Being a part of the Young Center's California Youth Think Tank literally changed my life trajectory. It helped me become who I am today."
"The Young Center has succeeded in creating effective programs that finally celebrate our youth for their strengths and abilities."
“You really touched and reaffirmed in me the reasons why I continue to believe in this program and its potential to change the world.”
"When I look at young people who come from the Young Center, I see young leaders who are ready to go back into their community and BE the change that is needed."
“The Young Center gives our youth unique opportunities to discover their gifts and teaches them
how to use them to change the world.”
“The Young Center is an amazing organization that touches the lives of young people and changes them forever.”
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Mailing Address
6709 La Tijera Blvd.
Suite 614
Los Angeles, CA 90045