Community realities require youth in these areas to confront and cope with poverty and limited options in neighborhoods where low graduation rates have become the norm. The Leadership Development program inspires young people to assume the role of change agents within their local communities. CYD guides students to take charge of and support a range of community initiatives. We foster a number of critical skills which are prudent in the development and maturation of our young adults such as:

• Communication Skills
• Character Building
• Culturally Enriching Events
• Financial Management
• Team Building
• Career Exploration
• Field Trips to Local College
• Building Leadership & Self-Esteem