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Programa de Liderazgo Juvenil de NOAH

NOAH Youth Organizers (N-YO)

NOAH Youth Organizers (N-YO) is a group of dedicated East Boston teens between the ages of 14 and 17 committed to positively impacting their community. Through our year-round program, we provide leadership development, environmental justice training, and hands-on experience in community organizing.

What We Do:

Community Organizing: We empower and work with our community members to address local issues such as climate change and social and health equity. Through our different programs and events, we create a more joyful environment in our community.

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Summer programs

We support and participate in summer programs for the community, such as:

Kayak Program at Constitution Beach: This program provides access to our coastline and brings recreational activities each summer, allowing over a thousand participants to enjoy water experiences.
Soccer Program: A program designed for children and youth during the summer, focused on fostering teamwork and physical activity.
Tree Canopy Care: We care for young trees in our neighborhood for their first three years of life, ensuring a healthier environment.

Collaboration with Environmental Groups:

We work with various organizations to tackle climate change through initiatives such as:

Designing Sustainable Shorelines: In collaboration with UMass Boston.
Emergency Preparedness: Partnering with Northeastern University.

Community Beautification: We clean and maintain community gardens and public parks, including the 3.5-acre Urban Wild park on Chelsea Creek, and advocate for accessible waterfront parks in our area.

Who is N-YO?

N-YO is not just a group; we are a movement of young leaders who are passionate about environmental justice and community engagement. Together, we are shaping a sustainable future for East Boston.

For more information about our programs, please contact Karina Flores at kflores@noahcdc.org or call (617) 567-5882 Ext. 241

Children's, Youth & Familly Programming

SUMMER PROGRAMS

Children's/Youth Soccer

Since 2006, NOAH has proudly sponsored a free bilingual soccer program for children ages 6-12 at American Legion Field in East Boston. This summer program operates under a "drop-in" system, meaning no advance registration is required. We maintain a roster of attendees and ensure parental consent forms are obtained for all players.

The program fosters community-building and healthy physical activity while preserving one of East Boston's limited green spaces. It provides an opportunity for many community members, particularly immigrants from South and Central America, to engage in soccer—a beloved communal sport.

We encourage team-building and promote active lifestyles for East Boston's youth in one of the area's few recreational spaces.

For more information about our programs, please contact Manlio Mendez at mmendez@noahcdc.org or call 617-418-8242.

Kayak Program

Our Kayak Program at Constitution Beach provides access to the coastline and recreational activities each summer. This free program is open to everyone, with no prior kayaking experience required.

Each year, we welcome over one thousand participants to enjoy the water. We are excited to continue providing this opportunity, and we look forward to seeing you next summer!

Note: Special events and schedules will be announced on our social media and website. Stay tuned for updates!

For more information about our programs, please contact Manlio Mendez at mmendez@noahcdc.org or call 617-418-8242.

NOAH Youth Organizers (N-YO) es un grupo de jóvenes de East Boston, entre 14 y 17 años, comprometidos con generar un impacto positivo en su comunidad. A través de nuestro programa durante todo el año, ofrecemos desarrollo de liderazgo, formación en justicia ambiental y experiencia práctica en organización comunitaria.

¿Qué Hacemos?

Organización Comunitaria

Empoderamos y trabajamos con los miembros de nuestra comunidad para abordar problemas locales como el cambio climático y la equidad social y de salud. A través de nuestros diversos programas y eventos, creamos un ambiente más alegre y saludable en nuestra comunidad.

Programas de Verano

Apoyamos y participamos en programas de verano para la comunidad, tales como:

Programa de Kayak en Constitution Beach: Este programa ofrece acceso a nuestra costa y actividades recreativas cada verano, permitiendo que más de mil participantes disfruten de experiencias acuáticas.
Programa de Fútbol: Un programa diseñado para niños y jóvenes durante el verano, enfocado en fomentar el trabajo en equipo y la actividad física.
Cuidado de Árboles Jóvenes: Nos encargamos de cuidar los árboles en nuestro vecindario durante sus primeros tres años de vida para asegurar un entorno más saludable.
Colaboración con Grupos Ambientales: Trabajamos con diversas organizaciones para abordar el cambio climático a través de iniciativas como:
Diseño de Costas Sostenibles: En colaboración con UMass Boston.
Preparación para Emergencias: Asociados con la Universidad de Northeastern.
Embellecimiento Comunitario: Limpiamos y mantenemos jardines comunitarios y parques públicos, incluyendo el parque Urban Wild de 3.5 acres en Chelsea Creek, y abogamos por parques accesibles en el área costera.

¿Quiénes Son los N-YO?

No somos solamente un grupo, somos un movimiento de jóvenes líderes apasionados por la justicia ambiental y el compromiso comunitario. ¡Juntos, estamos moldeando un futuro sostenible para East Boston!

¡Conéctate con Nosotros!

Para más información sobre nuestros programas, contacta a Karina Flores en kflores@noahcdc.org o llama al (617) 567-5882 Ext. 241