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Imagine Englewood if... (IEi) offers the Growing Citizen Leaders Youth leadership program where participants engage in collaborative youth-led projects, professional development workshops, and civic engagement training. Teens are provided with opportunities to enhance communication, critical thinking, and leadership skills while building relationships with their peers and trusted adult role models. The youth are invited to participate in two available tracks that prepare them to become local, national, and global leaders.

DIY STEM is a hands-on, activity-based STEM curriculum, which connects youth to science themes they encounter regularly.

Blackstone Bicycle Works aims to empower youth through bicycle education, leadership, and life skills development.

YMCA of Metro Chicago - Kelly Hall provides a development program for youth. This program fosters the academic, personal, and career development of youth including college visits and career seminars.

Park Ridge Park District provides a wide variety of general interest and sports/fitness activities throughout the year.

Muslim Women Resource Center Youth Program offers a variety of academic, social, and educational programs. MWRC has created a safe and healthy environment for youth to excel. The Youth Program focuses on educational assistance, leadership skills, team building strategies, career explorations, cultural celebrations, field trips, and also provides opportunities for youth to become involved in community affairs.

DIY STEM is a hands-on, activity-based STEM curriculum, which connects youth to science themes they encounter regularly.

DIY STEM is a hands-on, activity-based STEM curriculum, which connects youth to science themes they encounter regularly.

After-school Programs and Summer Programs are provided for neighborhoods in which children and families may not otherwise have access to youth development and enrichment opportunities. The groups offer structured activities that promote social and emotional learning in a safe environment. Transportation is provided to and from the agency to increase accessibility for children and families to participate. Summer Programs include outings to nearby locations, such as local parks, pools, and recreational centers.

DIY STEM is a hands-on, activity-based STEM curriculum, which connects youth to science themes they encounter regularly.

DIY STEM is a hands-on, activity-based STEM curriculum, which connects youth to science themes they encounter regularly.

DIY STEM is a hands-on, activity-based STEM curriculum, which connects youth to science themes they encounter regularly.

Elmhurst Park District features a range of classes from Computer Explorers to Marvelous Magic. These special interest programs are geared toward school-age children exploring a variety of activities. Most special interest classes are one-time or one-week events.

STEM Saturday programming encompasses a wide variety of topics, professions, and interests and is a pivotal stepping stone in getting children insured in STEM careers.

Blind Service Chicago (BSC) offers an array of services designed to meet the needs of people who are blind or have low vision and live in Chicago or the surrounding areas. Services include volunteers who can help with reading, a summer program for youth, scholarships, networking opportunities, peer-led empowerment groups, and technology training.

Erie Neighborhood House Youth Options Unlimited (YOU) offers a variety of extended learning programs for at-risk students ages 12-18. Programs include Tutoring to Educate for Aims and Motivation (TEAM), STEM Initiative, and Scientist for tomorrow. Gender-specific support groups, counseling, and a youth council are available. Sports and workshops on topics like time management, leadership, and resume writing are offered.

SBEV Chicago provides after-school youth programs in the areas of academics, arts, and athletics. Free dinner and snacks are provided to participants.

Chicago Youth Boxing Club's (CYBC) mission is to provide a positive and healthy environment for Chicago's inner-city youth, instilling positive and productive skills and discipline through a boxing and team environment.

The Claretian Associates has the U.N.I.T.Y Squad, a sub-program for the South Chicago Neighborhood Network (SCNN), a program that provides leadership and development skills for youth 14-17 years of age. U.N.I.T.Y stands for United Network Influencing the Transformation of Youth.

Park Ridge Park District provides a wide variety of general interest and sports/fitness activities throughout the year.

Maine Township partnered with Buddha Belly Kid's Yoga to provide children ages 5-9 the opportunity to experience a yoga class taught by trained instructors dedicated to nurturing children's innate desire for movement and play.

Roll Call's Creative Art Fashion & Design Program trains youth to explore creativity, arts, and fashion, by introducing youth to life skills that can lead to entrepreneurship opportunities in the future. Children develop creativity and passion for fashion by learning how to sew, create custom clothing, t-shirt design styling, creating novelty items, merchandise marketing, and financial literacy. They also learn to become leaders by lending their voices during youth-led meetings among their peers.

The Youth Empowerment Program is an interactive workshop, hosted by community partners, where young men of color between the ages of 14-20 will learn their basic civil rights during a police encounter.

DIY STEM is a hands-on, activity-based STEM curriculum, which connects youth to science themes they encounter regularly.