Programs
LE offers a comprehensive sequence of programs that foster long-term, caring relationships as they engage young people in identifying social and community problems.
| Program | Description | Ages | When & Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland Freedom School | A dynamic summer program that provides an African-centered learning experience for children ages 5 to 13 | 5 to 13 | July 6 to August 7, 2009 Location to be determined |
| S.O.L.O. (Sisters Overcoming Life's Obstacles) | A weekly circle that works as a support system for young women. | 14 to 21 |
4:30 to 6:30 pm Mondays, LE offices
3:30 to 5:30 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays, McClymonds High School |
| M.E.C.C.A. (Men Educating Culturally Conscious Africans) | A weekly circle that works as a support system for young men. | 14 to 21 |
6 to 8 pm Thursdays, LE offices
3:30 to 5:30 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays, McClymonds High School |
| Camp Akili | Camp Akili trains youth to identify and challenge systems of violence, racism and sexism. | 14 to 18 | June 15 to 20, 2009 Westminster Woods Retreat Center |
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Stand for Something
- CORE - READY - Health Educators |
A year-long program structured as job training and a paid internship focusing on critical needs in the community. | 18 to 21 | Varies |
| Camp Alkebulan | A global awareness program that empowers and trains young adults to implement a community development strategy in Ghana. | 18 to 21 | Summer 2010 |
| Leadership Training Institute | Provides consulting, technical assistance and training to non-profits, school districts, and communities that want to improve their level of engagement with African American youth. We also provide experiential workshops for youth from other organizations and institutions. | Varies |