Youth Development Group
Empowering Youth to Build a Brighter Future
Rooted in the heart of Jamaica, the Youth Development Group brings community and opportunity to young men who’ve known the streets too well. Through mentorship, marketable skills, and paid pathways, we help them trade survival for purpose—and build futures they can be proud of.
Our Mission
We equip Jamaica’s street-reliant young men with a clear path—Learn → Earn → Grow → Build Community—through targeted training, trusted mentorship, and start-up capital for their own small businesses, turning uncertainty into real opportunity.
The impact of the Youth Development Group is profound. It not only changes the lives of the individuals it serves but also strengthens the fabric of the entire community. By fostering entrepreneurship and self-sufficiency, the group helps to break the cycle of poverty and create a ripple effect of positive change. In the words of one participant,
"The Youth Development Group gave me a second chance. They believed in me when no one else did, and now I have my own business and a future I can be proud of."
With Your Support, together, we can continue to support and uplift these young men, ensuring that they have the opportunity to thrive and contribute to a better Jamaica. Join Us!
Our Initiatives
We empower the men who work on the streets to provide livelihood support and options, including start-up funding for small own-account businesses.
This group is a community of hope and resilience. By offering education, mentorship, and financial support, the Youth Development Group helps these young men transition from a life of uncertainty to one filled with promise and potential. Through tailored programs, they learn valuable skills, gain access to resources, and receive the encouragement needed to pursue their dreams.
The impact of the Youth Development Group is profound. It not only changes the lives of the individuals it serves but also strengthens the fabric of the entire community. By fostering entrepreneurship and self-sufficiency, the group helps to break the cycle of poverty and create a ripple effect of positive change.
In the words of one participant, "The Youth Development Group gave me a second chance. They believed in me when no one else did, and now I have my own business and a future I can be proud of."
With Your Support, together, we can continue to support and uplift these young men, ensuring that they have the opportunity to thrive and contribute to a better Jamaica.