Suicide is a complex issue, but prevention is possible. At Youth Guidance, our programs—Becoming a Man (BAM) and Working on Womanhood (WOW)—are vital in promoting mental health and contributing to suicide prevention. Through social-emotional learning (SEL) and trauma-informed practices, we empower youth with the tools and support they need to navigate life’s challenges. End the stigma, and support organizations that support the mental wellness of cour communities like Youth Guidance. #SuicidePreventionMonth #BAM #WOW #MentalHealthMatters
Youth Guidance
Non-profit Organization Management
Chicago, Illinois 7,600 followers
Guiding kids to bright futures!
About us
Youth Guidance creates and implements school-based programs that enable at-risk children to overcome obstacles, focus on their education and, ultimately, to succeed in school and in life. We believe that success is realized as students stay on track to graduate elementary and high school, develop the skills and abilities needed to make positive choices in their lives, and develop resilience assets such as self-efficacy, anger management, and positive values so that they may live successful, self-sufficient lives as adults. Our specific and strategically developed delivery areas are: Counseling & Prevention (BAM, WOW, STRIVE) Community & After-School (Parent/Family Engagement, Full-Service Community Schools Community Learning Centers and Extended Day & Enrichment Programs), and Career Readiness & Success. Youth Guidance directly serves more than 14,000 youth while touching the lives of many parents, teachers and community members. More than 95% of youth served are African American and Hispanic/Latino. Youth Guidance is accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA). To learn more, please visit our website at www.youth-guidance.org.
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- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Chicago, Illinois
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1924
- Specialties
- Community and After School Programs, Counseling and Prevention, Workforce Development, Youth Advocacy, and Nonprofit
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Today is World Suicide Prevention Day and should you or anyone you know be struggling - please know you're not alone. Here at Youth Guidance Dallas our Becoming a Man (BAM) and Working on Womanhood (WOW) programs play crucial roles in supporting mental health and contributing to suicide prevention through their focus on social-emotional learning (SEL) and trauma-informed practices. Relating to Suicide Prevention both programs emphasize: · Resilience and Coping Skills: Helping participants develop tools for handling stress, trauma, and emotional challenges. · Awareness of Warning Signs: Mentors are trained to recognize signs of emotional distress and intervene appropriately, offering help or connecting students to mental health resources. · Creating a Supportive Network: By fostering strong mentor-student and peer relationships, BAM and WOW ensure that participants feel supported and less isolated—an important factor in suicide prevention. · Through these approaches, BAM and WOW support youth mental health, building resilience, emotional intelligence, and connectedness—all vital components in reducing the risk of suicide. #YouthGuidance #ItOktoNOTbeOk #WeAreInThisTogether
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At Youth Guidance, our counselors are here to support students and the community through life's challenges. You don’t have to face tough times alone — we’re here to listen, guide, and help you find hope. Your mental health matters, and so does your life. If you or someone you know is struggling now, call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at **988**. Together, we can make a difference. 💜 #SuicidePrevention #YouMatter #MentalHealthMatters #YouthGuidance #WeCare
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We are beyond excited to announce that Youth Guidance’s Working on Womanhood (WOW) program received an incredible gift! Thanks to the generosity of @GoAuntFlow, @CitronHygiene, and @TheWhiteSox, our WOW girls were gifted with **20,000 pads and period kits**! 💖 To top it off, our girls had the unforgettable experience of meeting White Sox players and even stepping onto the field! What a powerful way to celebrate womanhood and empower the next generation! ⚾🌟 A huge thank you to @GoAuntFlow, @CitronHygiene, @TheWhiteSox, and Claire Coder for your support and commitment to making a difference! 💪✨ #WOWGirls #Empowerment #PeriodPositivity #ThankYou #CommunitySupport
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As we continue to celebrate 100 years of Impact here at Youth Guidance, we honor those who have shaped Youth Guidance and those who have allowed us to serve them and make a difference in their lives. #100yearsofImpact #100yearsofYG
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Please help me support Youth Guidance and honor the legacy of my grandpa. Rendueles Villalba was humble and quiet - yet managed to deeply impact the lives of everyone he came in contact with. From the shortest of interactions, to friendships that lasted decades - everyone wanted more time with Randy, Rendy, Ren, Grandpa, Mr. Villalba, Dad, Big Brother. My grandpa dedicated his entire life to mentoring youth - in the U.S. Air Force he was known for being a positive influence on his fellow airman. After 21 years of service, he followed a calling to teaching and gave 20 more years to mentoring 5th graders. Each year I try to find a way to pay homage to a man the world should never forget. This year, as Paylocity launched this partnership with Youth Guidance it felt meant to be. For 100 years, Youth Guidance has invested in children and youth who need Grandpa's lessons, encouragement and love in their life. Let's make sure they get that chance. Your donation means so much, thank you! #PCTYGives #ForwardTogether
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So proud to continue Citisoft's ongoing partnership with Youth Guidance and announce our latest Citisoft Scholar! Congrats Jakhi!
In partnership with Youth Guidance we are excited to announce our 2024 Citisoft Scholar and four-year scholarship recipient, Jakhi Sanders! Beginning his studies this fall at the University of Rhode Island, Jakhi joins past Citisoft Scholars Garvince Jean Francois (2023) and Evan Lewis (2022) to form a growing cohort of Youth Guidance graduates continuing their education. We are honored to support their academic journeys. Learn more about Jakhi and the Citisoft Scholars program here: https://bit.ly/3Z2dEIc
Jakhi Sanders Named 2024 Citisoft Scholar
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We’re so grateful for this partnership! Thank you, Claire Coder!
WE CHEER FOR FREE TAMPONS! ⚾ I am officially a Chicago White Sox fan because the bathrooms at Guaranteed Rate Field are stocked with Aunt Flow period products and serviced by Citron Hygiene. On Women's Equality Night we packed 20,000 Aunt Flow organic cotton pads to donate to Youth Guidance Chicago alongside players' wives and community members. Thank you Sheena Quinn, Daisy Mora, and the White Sox organization for your commitment to the menstrual movement. ❣ 📸 Photo Description: Me living out my high school softball girl era, delivering the game ball. What team are you cheering on this MLB season? ⬇ (I will let you know if I am rooting for them based on their bathroom supplies. 🚽) #baseball #sports #mlb
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Congratulations 🎉 We’re happy to have you!
I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as BAM Youth Specialist at Youth Guidance!
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We're still Taking The Block Back with Mayor Johnson! Join us this Friday at 4:00 pm 📍7000 S. Merrill Street #TakeBackTheBlock #Chicago #ViolencePrevention
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