Young A.D.U.L.T.S. Inc.

Adolescents Do Understand Life, Truth and Sex

“We Need An Equal Understanding”

Agenda

Introduction

Mission

Objectives

Sponsorship

Vision

Programs

Key Issues

The Team

Qualifications

Benefits

That’s All Folks…

Registration

Q&A

Sacrifices

What we are about…

Introduction

• Inspiration– Influence from Neighborhood Environment of the Inner-city

– The Hardships of Fellow Peers

– Personal Experiences as a Teenager

• Ideal Objectives– Support Teenagers and Younger Children Through Mentorships

– Strengthen the Relationship Between Adults and Youth

– Form a Multicultural Collaboration of Youth

• Who and What is Young A.D.U.L.T.S.– Adolescents Do Understand Life, Truth and Sex

– Young Adults United for the Support of Our Youth

– Young Leaders of Various Backgrounds for the Support of Others

Mission

• Develop a system to…– Help teenagers deal with personal issues and situations

– Avoid substance abuse and early sexual activities

– Succumbing to peer influences that involve these instances and

many others

• Help other youths build upon their…– Personal Charisma

– Academic Performance

– Social Interactions

• Provide youths with…– Opportunities that will benefit their futures

– Strong support from social and network groups

– Exposure to environments beyond those they currently reside in

Objectives

• Educate– Enlighten students on the significant historical events that has

influence our present days.

– Tutor students on challenging subject matters

– Prepare students for advanced academic and educational learning experiences, either in college, trade school or career internships.

• Inspire– Motivate students to become active in their residing communities

– Encourage students to achieve their desires in an effective manner

– Arouse the performing arts, athletic, and other unique “hidden” talents to build diversity in the students gifted abilities

• Mentor– Support students consistently with academics, career

opportunities, and personal experiences

– Guide students through the struggle of overcoming hardships

– Advise students to acquire and develop networking and communication skills and become involved with students of various cultures and customs

Key Issues

• Sexual Activities

• Poverty

• Education

• Career Opportunities

• Relationships

• Depression

• Diversity

• Graduation Rates

• Literacy Skills

• Academics vs. Athletics

• Health and Wellness

Programs

• S.P.A.R.E.D. (peer tutoring and mentoring)

• Spread the Knowledge

• Skills & Talent Enhancement Program (STEP)

• Scholarship Management Program

• Youth Leadership Retreat & Camping Excursion

• Community Action Program

• Midwest College Tour

• Youth Ministry Retreat

• “The Occasion” (theatre act of the college experience)

• Crystal Storm Web Design

• TechSession Training & Repair Service

• New Energy Opportunists

Vision

• Improved rates of success from minority and

disadvantaged students

• Improved relationships between teenagers and

adults

• More students involved in community activities and

environmental care

• Equal opportunities for students to obtain a quality

education

Are we alone???

Sponsors and Supporters

• Donors – individuals or organization who donate funds, equipment and/or useable space

• Supporters – help provide opportunities for the members and students involved with the organization

• Partners – individuals or organizations who continuously team up with us on specific issues or occasions

• Consultants – adults who are able to advise and mentor students involved in the organization

Donors

• Operational Expenses

• Supplies and Equipment

• Operational Space

• Other Financial and Operational Needs

Supporters

• Help with Publications, Events, etc…

• Networking

• Financial Support

• Opportunities Available

• Other Forms of Support

Partners

• Work Together on Certain Issues

• Share Resources

Consultants

• Adults

• Professional Advisors and Mentors

• Parents

Want to join the

team???

Team

Board of Directors

Dept. of Financial Accounting

Dept. of Public Communication

Dept. of Events and Travel

Dept. of Marketing and Business

Relations

Dept. of Educational

Development

Chair of High School Leadership

Cleveland College Student Alliance

Executive Board

Volunteer Opportunities

Committee

Community Outreach

Committee

Board of Advisory

Membership Qualifications

• Teenager or Young Adult (ages 13-25)

• Have Community Service Experience

• Dedication

• Exhibit Hard-working Efforts Toward their

Education and Goals

Benefits

• Strong Network Groups

• Enhanced Resume

• Strengthened Writing and Communication Skills

• Professionalism

• Experience Various Opportunities

• Develop Important Employment Skills and Work

Ethics

• Presentation Skills

• New Friendships

• Publicity

Sacrifices

• Time

• Friendships

• Excessive Lounging

• Playful Hobbies

• Some Relationships

Young A.D.U.L.T.S.

Presents… leaders of the future