Initiatives
LEADERSHIP
Youth members will engage in a series of workshops geared towards the fundamental development of leadership competence, motivation, effective communication, emotional intelligence, team building, responsibility, and community impact. Youth members will cultivate the skills necessary to build professionalism, gain access to networking opportunities, and leave a positive legacy within the community.
EDUCATION
Youth members will work in a comfortable, steady, focused environment that will aid them in attaining high academic achievement. Mentorships will be accessible for all students. Mentors will also serve members as tutors helping with homework assignments, projects, and extra practices to increase proficiency in all subjects. This will encourage youth members to VALUE education, take advantage of all educational opportunities, and to strive for the best-as they are destined for greatness!
ELEVATION
Youth members will work with mentors in partnership with various community partners engaging in an assortment of community outreach service projects. IRA will provide workshops concentrating on resume building, cover letter writing, the college application process, personal statement writing, scholarship applications, and job applications. IRA strives to help youth members overcome the oppressive statistics based on their demographics. IRA desires to bridge the gap between disadvantaged at-risk youth and success!
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