The Youth Peace Center of Roseland offers transformative programs that focus on violence prevention, job training, mentoring, and wrap-around support services, designed to empower and uplift at-risk youth.
Our Youth Empowerment Programs
YPC CRED Men/Youth
YPC CRED Men/Youth supports high-risk young men with mentorship and therapy to foster growth, stability, and safety, building a stronger, empowered community.
Peace Ambassador Program
YPC will train youth as Peace Ambassadors, working with agencies to offer programs in life skills, job readiness, and peace-building, culminating in a media project promoting peace.
Project Connect
Project Connect empowers youth and strengthens community through engagement and cultural appreciation, fostering long-term peace and resilience.
R3 State Program
The Youth Peace Center offers Job Readiness & Training for ages 16-28 and Basketball & Mentoring to empower youth with skills, support, and personal growth for success.
Podcasting
Our podcasting program helps youth develop communication and technical skills by creating their own podcasts, amplifying their voices and fostering community dialogue.
YPC Activities
Our diverse activities program offers young people hands-on experiences across a wide range of fields, including culinary arts, gardening, trades, arts, and technology.
Additional Programs
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Want to be a youth leader in Roseland?
Develop leadership skills
Participate in Community Service and Advocacy
Be a mentor to other youth
Help end violence in our community
Join us every Thursday, 3 - 5PM
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IYIP is here to help youth ages 16 - 24 build strong foundations for success. Through mentorship, job readiness training, and hands-on work experience, we’re connecting young adults to real opportunities that support both their personal and professional goals.
Short-term and long-term job availability
Job readiness
Job skills training
Worksite employment placement
Whether you’re looking to gain experience, earn income, or develop new skills, YPC is here to support you every step of the way.
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For High School Students
(Freshmen - Seniors)Building Positive Relationships and Emotional Support
Join our male youth group designed to help young men form positive relationships, gain emotional support, mentorship, and navigate through life with school, work, and social relationships.Youth will meet weekly with:
Employment specialist
Case Manager
Male Mentor
Life Planning
Meet weekly for:
Discussions and networking
Guidance and support
Call today to join: 888-8771-4763
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We are here for you!
24/7 Victim Service Support
Family Advocacy for hospitals, medical examiner’s office, and funeral arrangements
Connecting families with trauma-related therapy
Supporting families with employment and education resources
Meet our team
Outreach Team
My’kal Whitelow
24/7 Victim Services Team
Steven Wills
Case Management Team
Ebony Dorsey
Contact us at for more information: 888-871-4763
Sign up now
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