YMI is a group-based mentoring program that supports high school–aged young men as they build confidence, leadership skills, and concrete plans for their future. As a mentor, you’ll help guide students through conversations and activities centered on social-emotional learning, college and career readiness, financial literacy, global citizenship, and creative self-expression.

As another school year comes to a close, we’re reflecting on a successful year defined by student leadership, academic growth, and meaningful engagement across our programs in New York City and Washington D.C.

Dear Global Kids Community, This spring, Global Kids has been buzzing with energy as young people across our programs stepped into leadership roles, explored new ideas, and deepened their engagement with the world around them. From honoring Women’s History Month through creative and reflective activities to preparing for youth-led conferences on critical issues like teen safety and human rights, students in NYC and Washington, D.C. embraced opportunities to collaborate, share

In recent weeks, students across New York City and Washington, D.C. brought Black History Month to life as they led with creativity, service, and leadership.