TEEN PROGRAM MISSION The Teen Mentoring Leadership Development Program (TMLDP) will help teens to and enhance their social, emotional, and educational aspirations. They will be taught to have a strong sense of awareness to know that they do not have to become what they are surrounded by. They will be taught the importance of having the spirit of excellence, so that in every task they perform they will put forth their best efforts. They will be taught the importance of chaste behavior, so that when they dream they will believe in themselves enough to pursue their visions and not let the fear of failure hinder their potential to succeed. They will learn the art of communicating in today’s society and how they are to present themselves with savvy and finesse. We will ensure the presence of a caring adult in the life of the youth by way of a mentor. The presence of the mentor is to reinforce the importance of school, build character, foster good work habits and study skills, and provide the information they need to make the right choices for their future development. The mentors will offer youth support, guidance, and a sense of direction—all of which are increasingly important given the wide array of outside influences, not all of them positive, that face our youth today.

PROGRAM ACTIVITIES:
* Provide workshops on building self-esteem, confidence and leadership skills that will prepare teens for their future.
* Provide teens with information on colleges that specialize in their field of interest along with providing scholarship information
* Provide teens with a professional mentor that will help them get focused on their future.
* Allow teens to do job shadowing in the industry that interest them – i.e. medical, hospitality, communications, banking, retail, public relations, etc.
* Allow the teens to participate in community activities that will get them involved in helping others around them to improve their community.
* Expose teens to guest speakers that are highly skilled and well known for working to help youth build their self esteem and set goals for their future.
* Expose teens to field trips that are fun, interesting and informative to help them prepare for 21st century leadership

Program Overview:

Knowing Who You Are
* Self Esteem & Confidence Builders

Teens & Sex Today
* The Importance of Abstinence
* Teen Pregnancy Awareness
* Love Vs. Lust…….Soul Ties

The Damages of Drugs & Alcohol Awareness
* Medical Prospective
* Law Enforcement Prospective

The Character, Attitude & Style of A Champion
* Presentation Skills/Character Building & Dressing For Success

The Importance of Giving Back
* Community Activities

Preparing Teens For The Future
* College Preparation
* Resume Writing/Interviewing Techniques/Role Plays
* Goal Setting Skills
* Career Day – Professional Presentations

Preparing Teens For 21st Leadership
* Business Etiquette/Communication Skills

Financial Management – What About The Benjamin’s?
* Understanding Financial Terms
* Budgeting 101

Health & Beauty Tips For Teens
* The Importance of Health, Personal Hygiene & Nutrition
* A Day of Pampering

Relationships 101 – No More Drama!
* Build effective healthy relationships with peers, parents, teachers and friends