We Don’t Just Listen to Youth, We Amplify Them
Empowering youth in Staten Island, NY through leadership, mentorship and advocacy programs
Youth for Youths Voices Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering young people ages 14 – 21 through youth leadership development, mentorship, peer support, and advocacy programs in Staten Island, New York.
We create safe spaces where young people can express themselves openly, build confidence, develop communication skills, and learn how to use their voices to create meaningful change in their communities.
When youth are heard, they are empowered.
And when they are empowered, they become leaders.
Why Youth Voices Matter
When youth are not heard, they disengage. When their pain is ignored, it deepens. When their ideas are dismissed, confidence fades. The consequences affect families, schools, and entire communities.
Youth for Youths Voices Inc. exists because being heard is not a privilege, it is a necessity.
Expression
Safe spaces for youth to share voices
Leadership
Leadership skills and confidence development
Advocacy
Youth influencing their community
Programs That Amplify Youth Voices
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Youth Voice Circles (Flagship Program)
Youth Voice Circles are structured small-group discussions where young people can safely talk about real-life challenges and experiences.
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“Listen vs. Hear” Communication Workshops
Our interactive workshops teach the powerful difference between being listened to and being truly heard.
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Youth Leadership Academy
The Youth Leadership Academy is a 6–8 week program designed to develop the next generation of leaders.
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Advocacy and Civic Engagement Programs
Youth for Youths Voices Inc. teaches young people how to use their voices to influence change.
Upcoming Events
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world.
Our Story
"There is a difference between listening and truly hearing someone." Youth For Youths Voices Inc. was created to ensure that young people never feel invisible or unheard.
Get Involved
Every young person deserves to feel heard, valued, and supported.
When you donate, you are not just giving money, you are investing in a young person’s confidence, growth, and future. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes an impact. Together, we can ensure that no young person feels invisible, unheard, or unsupported.
The Next Generation Deserves
To Be Heard.