About Us
​ OUR VISION
To cultivate a generation of youth and emerging leaders who thrive under the guidance and support of authentic, committed, and transformative facilitators and mentor coaches—individuals who are dedicated to inspiring growth, confidence, character, and self-leadership.
OUR MISSION
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Youth Engagement and Leadership Development (YELD) is dedicated to equipping and supporting facilitators, mentor coaches, and youth development professionals with essential information, resources, tools, and knowledge to advance positive youth development. Grounded in a philosophy of authenticity, commitment, and transformative learning, YELD encourages responsive, intentional, and innovative methods that cultivate confidence, character, and community impact among youth and emerging leaders.
OUR CORE VALUES
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Authenticity
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​Commitment ​
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Transformation
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​Responsiveness
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​Intentionality
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Impact
More Than a Logo – It’s a Message
The YELD logo is a vibrant symbol of hope, care, and transformation. At its heart, the GOLD circle and surrounding stars represent energy, optimism, and the promise of transformation, lighting the path forward.
Rising from within the GREEN represents a clear reflection of youth, growth, and the flourishing of life, symbolizing both potential and progress.
Encircling them are the protective RED hands, a powerful emblem of care, empowerment, and the responsibility to recognize, respect, and respond to youth and young adults through positive messaging, meaningful activities, relevant information, and needed resources for positive youth development.
Finally, the BLUE outline provides a steady frame of trust, stability, and vision, grounding for direction and purpose.
Together, these elements represent a unified commitment to empowering youth and young adults through care, growth, and the guiding light of hope.
