Community Stories

  • Youth Justice Collective

    Youth Justice Collective

    The Youth Justice Collective prepares high school -aged youth to become leaders of positive social change.

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  • Dragon Boat [new]

    Dragon Boat [new]

    Dragon Boat is focused on improving youth’s health and fitness and developing the discipline, skills, teamwork, and strategies needed for dragon boat racing. It is also the only community-based high school dragon boat team in the city. The team competes nationally and internationally.

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  • Dragon Boat [WIP]

    Dragon Boat [WIP]

    Dragon Boat is focused on improving youth’s health and fitness and developing the discipline, skills, teamwork, and strategies needed for dragon boat racing. It is also the only community-based high school dragon boat team in the city. The team competes nationally and internationally.

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  • Work-Based Learning

    Work-Based Learning

    In close collaboration with SF International High School’s faculty team, this program is designed to prepare students with the skills and competencies needed for future success in the workforce.

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  • CYC STEAM Program

    CYC STEAM Program

    This program offers a wide array of curricula that inspire youth to be innovators, educators, and leaders of the future. Subjects include 3D print design, screenprinting, coding, robotics, and engineering.

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  • District 7 Youth Council (D7YC)

    District 7 Youth Council (D7YC)

    With connection to the city Youth Commissioner, this program encourages connection to and understanding of city government by engaging District 7 youth leaders to propose legislation and policy affecting their district.

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  • After School Programs at Balboa and SF International High Schools

    After School Programs at Balboa and SF International High Schools

    The CYC After School Program at Balboa and San Francisco International High Schools offers free programming for students in a safe learning environment that nurtures and caters to their creativity and interests. The program works in partnership and collaboration with the school administration, faculty, and other services providers to ensure the diverse needs of the…

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  • Construction On Ramp

    Construction On Ramp

    Construction On Ramp, in partnership with CityBuild and other local nonprofits, offers a free job readiness training program for youth in San Francisco aged 17-21 who are interested in learning more about an exciting career in the construction industry doing trade work or administration.

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  • Dragon Boat [old]

    Dragon Boat [old]

    Dragon Boat is focused on improving youth’s health and fitness and developing the discipline, skills, teamwork, and strategies needed for dragon boat racing. It is also the only community-based high school dragon boat team in the city. The team competes nationally and internationally.

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  • Youth for Community Engagement (YCE)

    Youth for Community Engagement (YCE)

    Youth for Community Engagement (YCE) promotes self-development, communication skills, and a positive attitude to help immigrant youth and elderly adapt to a new country. Youth learn the value of what it means to give back and build a community through volunteerism.

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  • Table Tennis Program

    Table Tennis Program

    Table Tennis is an after school program at middle and high schools led by an on-site coach who engages youth in fitness and health while teaching them about leadership, perseverance, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The program includes weekly competitions as well as organized tournaments.

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  • Young Adult Worklink (YAWL)

    Young Adult Worklink (YAWL)

    Young Adult Worklink (YAWL) is a workforce development program that provides paid skill-building workshops, career counseling, internship experiences, and direct job search services to young adults ages 16-24 to support their economic stability, self-sufficiency, and general well-being.

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