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It's official! Providence is the host city for the 2011 Free Minds Free People Conference. Contact Adeola@youthinactionRI.org to learn more.
The Y4C Alliance presents a youth-led Mayoral Candidates Forum on Thursday, August 12 @ 3:30pm. For more info contact Keith@y4cri.org
Youth In Action is a partnership between youth, adults, and community where young people are at the forefront of creating positive social change.
We envision Youth In Action as a large and diverse network of active members and alumni who use their leadership ability to effect positive change wherever they are. We envision Providence, RI as a place where young people
Youth Making Positive Change: We believe that young people have a unique and powerful ability to make positive individual, community, and social change.
Young People in Leadership: We support young people in the study and “real world” practice of strong leadership.
Youth Power = Adult Power: We believe in shared power, partnership and unity between youth and adults.
Youth Engaged In Arenas Of Influence: We believe communities are stronger when young people are engaged in arenas of influence that they are typically excluded from, including government, politics, media, organizing, giving, investment, entrepreneurial innovation, and creativity.
Achieving & Celebrating Accomplishments: We work to achieve our goals and celebrate all accomplishments, large or small.
Working With & For the Community: We strive to be in partnership and relationship with the community at-large as we work to make positive change.
Diversity That Represents Our Community: We strive to represent the diversity of youth, including personality, class, gender, sexual orientation, academic, race, etc, in a way that reflects the richness of our community.
Be Yourself: YIA is a safe, comfortable place where all people can be themselves and be accepted for who they are.Youth Making Positive Change: We believe that young people have a unique and powerful ability to make positive individual, community, and social change.
Michelle became a member of the YIA staff in the Spring of 2005 when she was hired as the Business Manager for the organization. She attended Classical High School and Providence College and is a native of Providence.
michelle@youthinactionri.org
T: 401.751.4264 x3
F: 401.1712
DirectorKeith joined the team of adult staff in the Spring of 2009 and brings with him a unique background as a classroom teacher, community activist, and researcher with a focus on education and community organizing. A Rhode Island native, Keith grew up in South Kingstown, went to Brown University, and then taught high school social studies in the Bronx for five years before returning to New England for graduate school. In his spare time, Keith is currently pursuing a Doctorate of Education at Harvard University.
keith@youthinactionri.org
T: 401.751.4264 x7
F: 401.751.1712
Adeola has served as YIA’s Executive Director since Spring of 2007, prior to that she was YIA’s Assistant Executive Director. . She grew up in Olneyville, attended William Central High School, Brown University, and now lives in the Washington Park area of Providence. In 2006, she completed a three year term as a member of the Providence School Board through which she worked to ensure that both youth and the community have stronger voices in policy and school improvement initiatives. She currently serves as a Board Member with AS220 and the Women’s Fund of RI, and is a member of Leadership RI’s Delta II class. Adeola enjoys West African Dance and the Lord of the Rings.
adeola@youthinactionri.org
T: 401.751.4264 x2
F: 401.751.1712
Erroll started his work at YIA in the Spring of 2005. He attended Hope High School and Grambling State University. In his position as Director of Youth Programs, Erroll works closely with Y.E.A.H. and Media teams. Erroll enjoys spending time with his daughter and developing his photography portfolio.
erroll@youthinactionri.org
T: 401.751.4264 x4
F: 401.751.1712
Jennifer has been involved with YIA for over ten years. She first came to YIA as a youth and was a member of Y.E.A.H. (Youth Educating About Health) and Co-Chair of the Board. After graduating from Providence College, Jen returned to YIA in 2004 as the Business/Development Manager. In 2008, Jen became the Associate Director and spends her time raising funds for YIA. Her other full-time job is being a mom to her two children.
jen@youthinactionri.org
T: 401.751.4264 x5
F: 401.1712
Charles "Chachi" Carvalho joined the YIA staff team in fall 2008. Chachi grew up in Pawtucket, R.I. and attended Charles E. Shea High School, Boston College and University of Rhode Island. He is a dedicated father, musician and youth advocate. In his spare time he enjoys writing songs, coaching pee wee football and hanging out with family and friends. Chachi has made a mark within the music industry as an artist and proud owner of Rhode Islands premier audio recording facility, Beat Box Studio located in Pawtucket.
chachi@youthinactionri.org
T: 401.751.4264 x6
F: 401.751.1712
Chris loves interacting with youth at YIA and helping them become leaders in their communities. She is a graduate of Colby Jr. College and Roger Williams University where she received a bachelors of Arts degree. She is married to her husband Steve for 37 years and a daughter and a son.
Christopher is a junior in high school and is 16 years old. He is the current leader of SPEAK ( his school's step team) and Brotherhood. He is also the Co-Coordinator of YEAH team (Youth Educating About Health) at YIA. Chris is very energetic and loves to have fun and meet new people in YIA.
Covith is a senior at Textron Chambers of Commerce and is 17 years old. He likes to hang out with friends and listen to music and stay active and loves to meet new people at YIA.
Denise is a 16 year old senior in high school, but she's also enrolled in college courses at RI College. She loves to listen to music. Play soccer and run track and to do anything fun. Denise is very open and inviting when talking to new people in YIA and the community.
Isabel is a 17 year old senior in high school. She s very easy to talk to and gets along with everyone. She loves animals and is a big advocate for animals and their rights and liberties. She likes to hang out with friends listen to music and to have fun.
Jarretta is a 17 year old senior in high school. She loves to have fun with friends and listen to music. She also loves reading, writing, and acting like a kid. Jarretta is very outgoing and very articulate when it comes to meeting new people.
Kate is a Project Manager with management, marketing, grant writing and organizing volunteers experience. Kate lives with her husband and has 2 grown children; Margret and Eliza. She loves being part of the vitality at YIA and says it's infectious and energizing.
Kisa appreciates the atmosphere of YIA; energetic and positive. She loves the idea of youth in power. Kisa is an associate Dean in the Office of Student Life at Brown University. She has a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin and a Bachelor of Arts from Brown. She lives with her husband Glen and her son Paul.
Monay attends high school and is a senior. She doesn't know her favorite subject yet. She is 17 years old and she loves that YIA makes the opportunity for youth to create change in the community.
Marlie is 15 years old and a sophomore in high school. She loves to listen to music, spend time with her friends, play sports and read. She also enjoys singing, painting, and going to church. She love the fact that at YIA you meet many new people and new opportunities are created.
Masha is in 12th grade. Her favorite subject is theater. She is 17 years old and loves being able to meet different people from all parts of Providence, gaining leadership and teamwork skills that help make a difference.
Birthday: September 28
Olu is a 17 year old high school senior. She loves to be involved in YIA because she gets introduced to new people, and new idea--ideas which can change society. Her favorite subjects are History and English.
Susan is a junior in high school and is 16years old. She loves to spend time with her friends, family, the people she loves most, and at programs like YIA. She also enjoys reading and poetry and loves to meet new people.
Frances is a 16 year old junior in high school. She is very laid back and easy to talk to and likes being involved at YIA. She very active and loves to have extra-curriculars. One of the things he loves is coming up with new ideas for the Board.
Mailing Address:
Youth In Action
672 Broad Street
Providence, RI 02907
T: 401.751.4264
F: 401.751.1712
Or Email below
Email inquiries: info@youthinactionri.org
Youth In Action is located at 672 Broad Street in Providence, RI. We are open Monday through Friday from 9am to 7pm. Youth programs take place during after school hours from about 3pm to 7pm. We are easily accessible by RIPTA bus, using the number 11, Broad Street bus.
Directions to YIA
From the North: Take 95 South to the Atwells Avenue Exit (Exit #21) in Providence. Keep straight to go onto Service Road #7. Turn right onto Broad Street. Continue on Broad Street by bearing to your left at the split of Broad Street and Elmwood Avenue. 672 Broad Street will be on your left.
From the South: Take 95 North to the Broadway Exit (Exit #21) in Providence. Then take the first left, onto Broadway (over the highway). Then take your next immediate left, unto Service Road #7. You will be driving parallel to 95 in the opposite direction. Continue on the Service Road until you reach Broad St (there will be a big YMCA building). Turn right onto Broad St. Continue on Broad Street by bearing to your left at the split of Broad Street and Elmwood Avenue. 672 Broad Street will be on your left.
