Youth Development Program Overview
CBEDC believes our youth are not the leaders of tomorrow—they’re the leaders of right now. Our dynamic programming includes:
- SONYC-Biz: Middle school after-school entrepreneurship and leadership development.
- Work Learn Grow Internships: Paid training in trades, clean energy, finance, and more.
- College & Career Readiness: Support with applications, mentorship, and workforce navigation.
- Leadership Fellowships: Intensive programs cultivating Black and Brown youth leaders in civic engagement and advocacy.
Youth Development Programs
Industry Scholars
Grant Associates and Central Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation has partnered to connect students and businesses through impactful industry-based…
Work Learn And Grow
Work, Learn & Grow offers NYC youth between the ages of 16 and 20 a paid 22-week-long opportunity…
Summer Youth Employment Program
NYC's Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is the nation's largest youth employment program, connecting NYC youth between the…
SONYC BIZ
Youth-centered development pathways combining education, trade training, and entrepreneurship for middle and high school students.
Youth Build NYCHA
Youth-centered development pathways combining education, trade training, and entrepreneurship for middle and high school students.
Brooklyn Youth Offshore Wind Training Program
Creating access to the growing green economy with certifications and hands-on training for youth ages 15–24. See links…