Southside Leadership Youth Program

YWCA Bethlehem, in partnership with local community organizations offers a leadership program for youth.

The Southside Youth Leadership Program is designed through a collaborative partnership between YWCA Bethlehem and local community organizations, is designed to empower rising 5th graders with essential leadership skills.

This innovative program aims to cultivate leadership qualities such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and empathy among participants while fostering a sense of civic engagement and community pride.

Key components to our leadership program:

  • Leadership Workshops

  • Community Service Projects

  • Mentoring and Role Models

  • Leadership Showcase

  • Ongoing Support and Alumni Network


Program Impact:

Our goal is to create a Southside Youth Leadership Program that seeks to make lasting community impact by empowering young leaders who will become future changemakers for positive change in their communities.

By equipping rising 5th graders with essential leadership skills and fostering a sense of civic engagement and social responsibility, the program aims to create a more inclusive, equitable, and vibrant Southside community.