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Our Programs

  • Teen Mentoring

    One on one and group mentoring designed to build confidence, character, and long lasting relationships.

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  • Life Skills Academy

    Budgeting, job readiness, etiquette, leadership, financial literacy and independent living skills.

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  • Experiences & Events

    Workshops, museum trips, community service, college tours, restaurant etiquette and unforgettable experiences

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Meet the WYD Family

At Within Youth Development, every young person matters. We’re more than a mentoring program—we’re a family committed to helping youth discover confidence, purpose, and lifelong success.

  • Sakinah K- Founder & Executive Director, Youth Development Specialist, Behavioral Health Advocate

    With years of experience working in behavioral health and mentoring adolescents, Sakinah founded Within Youth Development to bridge the gap between emotional wellness, life skills, confidence, and real-world success. Her mission is to help young people discover their potential while equipping them with the tools they need to thrive in adulthood.

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  • Welcome New Mentors!!

    Currently pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice, Eljhanaay is passionate about serving her community and helping young people recognize their potential. Having naturally stepped into the role of a big sister and mentor, she enjoys encouraging youth to build confidence, make positive choices, and believe in themselves.



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  • Meet Our Advisory Board

    Behind every successful program is a team of experienced professionals dedicated to helping young people thrive. Our Advisory Board provides guidance, accountability, and expertise to ensure every decision reflects the best interests of the youth and families we serve.

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  • 💜 Weekly virtual mentorship sessions
  • 🎓 Life skills workshops
  • 🧠 Mental wellness check-ins
  • 🎤 Leadership & public speaking
  • 💰 Financial literacy
  • 🤝 Community service opportunities
  • ✈️ College tours, museums & cultural trips
  • 👗 Confidence, etiquette & professional development
  • 💻 Homework help & academic support
  • ❤️ A safe community where every young person belongs

Serving youth ages 12-21

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WYD: Behind the Scenes

  • The Heart of WYD

    Every dream has a beginning.

    Within Youth Development was created from love, loss, and a promise.

    After losing my little sister, Teesha, I made a commitment that no young person should ever feel unseen, unheard, or without someone who believes in them.

    Today, every mentoring session, every workshop, every life skill taught, every trip, and every conversation is rooted in that promise.

    Teesha’s legacy lives on through every life we impact.

    Because changing one life can change generations.

    In Loving Memory of Teesha

    May 13, 2024 💜

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