Youth Development & Education
The Black and Latino Achievers program is nationally know as a college and career readiness program, delivered by the Y, that supports students in setting and reaching higher education and career goals. The Cincinnati BLA program is geared toward first-generation college students and minorities and is delivered through workshops, college tours, Toastmasters, STEM, and more. Our partners and volunteers are by far the biggest assets of Y Achievers. The volunteers provide an invaluable connection between the corporate world and the local community by developing and conducting programming that allows participants to become linked to education, business and industry. With the help of our partners is we are able to provide the space and services to our Achievers free of charge. To learn more about becoming a volunteer or to inquire about other ways you can help support this program, schedule an interview. TO SCHEDULE AN INTERVIEW: Scroll down to HOLD A POSITION Achiever's Program Volunteer - I'm Interested! and click on the blue VOLUNTEER button. A member of the Y Staff will reach out to you to schedule an interview to discuss the volunteer role, necessary background check and training. Once you have completed the interview process, you will be assigned to the Achiever's Program Volunteer - Assigned by Y Staff Position.
To provide college readiness and career exploration opportunities which provides teens with the essential tools to pursue higher education and to identify different career opportunities.
Shalom Ikemba, Director of Black and Latino Achievers Program Email: sikemba@myy.org
Position | Dates | Need | ||
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Black & Latino Achiever's Program - I'm interested! | Apr 22, 2021 - Dec 31, 2024 | 7 | Volunteer | |
Black & Latino Achiever's Program - Assigned for 2024-2025 School Year | Aug 01, 2024 - Jul 31, 2025 | 0 | Fulfilled | |
Black & Latino Achiever's Program - Guest Speaker 2024-2025 | Aug 01, 2024 - Jul 31, 2025 | 4 | Volunteer |