ABOUT BYLP

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The Black Youth Leadership Project (BYLP) is an organization dedicated to empowering and uplifting Black youth through leadership development, educational opportunities, and community engagement. BYLP aims to address the unique challenges and barriers that Black youth face by equipping them with the skills, resources, and support necessary to succeed academically, professionally, and socially. We believe in nurturing leadership qualities, fostering academic achievement, and promoting social emotional supports to change behaviors through mindfulness and development of communication skills.
 

BYLP's work includes:

Leadership Development: BYLP offers programs and activities that help the youth develop their leadership potential. Programming includes workshops, mentorship programs, and networking opportunities to enhance skills such as public speaking, critical thinking, and community organizing. Our podcast has served as a great platform for the development of critical thinking and refining communication skills.

Education and Scholarships: BYLP strives to promote educational excellence among Black youth. We provide scholarships, academic support, and resources to help students achieve their educational goals and overcome barriers to success.

Community Engagement: BYLP encourages active participation and engagement within the community. We organize events, support and develop initiatives, and service projects that foster social responsibility and encourage youth to make positive contributions to their communities.
 

Advocacy and Social Justice: BYLP advocates for individual students, policies and initiatives that address systemic inequities affecting Black youth. We engage in community activism, raising awareness about social justice issues and advocating for change regarding the lack of supports being directed towards the specific issues Black students are facing in the educational system.