Testimonials

“When I look at the young people who come out of this program, I see our next generation of leaders.  I see intelligent, thoughtful, and engaged young people who are prepared to go back into their communities and be the difference.” - Sandra Evers-Manly, V.P., Ethics & Diversity, Northrup Grumman

“The Young Center has created an exceptionally inspiring program that celebrates our youth for their strengths and abilities.” - Jack O’Connell, Superintendant, CA Public Schools

“These Young Center Youth Ambassadors are truly making a difference in their schools and communities.  They represent the future leaders of our society. - U. S. Congresswoman, Karen Bass

“The Young Center represents an incredible opportunity for young people to realize their infinite potential to change the world around them.  The impact this organization has had on our students and community has been phenomenal!”  - Dr. L. Gail Garrett, Administrator, LA Unified School District

“This is an awesome program that challenges and inspires young people to think, question, and grow into mature, responsible and humane adults. - Dr. Darlene V. Willis, Founder & President, Empowering Parents

“The Young Center has succeeded in creating an almost perfect training model for youth development. - Dr. Lewis M. King, Tom & Ethel Bradley Foundation

“It is amazing how the Young Center is able to take in students who are academically marginal and inspire them to become scholars, college graduates, and future leaders.  The significance of that is immeasurable. - Dr. Barbara Dillard, Tulane University

“No other organization inspires and prepares our youth to become future leaders like the Young Center.” - Howard Ransom, Jr., President, New Wave Education Center

The Young Center is an asset to any school or organization working towards the betterment of our youth. - Audree V. Taylor, Director, Oakland Dept. of Parks & Recreation