Black Youth Resources

Youth Programs

African Friendship Society

Vancouver
Offers cultural, artistic, and educational events rooted in values of friendship, community, and heritage. Programs include the “Sounds of Africa” music program for children and “Viongozi Future Leaders” for youth aged 15–29.

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Ethọ́s Lab

Vancouver
A Black-led innovation academy for youth in grades 5–12, fusing Black culture into S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) programming to encourage inclusion, acceptance, and representation. Programs include workshops, mentorship, and access to emerging technologies.

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Black Boys Code

Multiple Locations
A national organization dedicated to introducing Black youth to computer science through free coding workshops, after-school programs, and summer camps. Aims to empower Black youth with digital literacy skills to become tomorrow’s leaders in tech.

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Youth Unlimited

Multiple Locations
Provides mentorship and holistic support for youth aged 10 - 25, including drop-in centers, hiking clubs, school support, leadership development, and one-on-one mentorship.

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YMCA BC Youth Programs

Multiple Locations
Provides mentorship and holistic support for youth aged 10 - 25, including drop-in centers, hiking clubs, school support, leadership development, and one-on-one mentorship.

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Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland

Lower Mainland
Provides supportive mentoring relationships to youth facing challenges like bullying, isolation, poverty, and low self-esteem.

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KidStart Mentorship Program

Lower Mainland
A one-to-one volunteer mentoring program for children and youth facing challenges at home, school, or in the community.

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Kiwassa Neighbourhood

Vancouver
Offers engaging activities, services, and resources for youth aged 9 -24, focusing on building relationships, capacity building, and civic engagement.

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Lower Mainland Purpose Society

New Westminster
Delivers a continuum of programs to children, youth, and families, focusing on well-being, family functioning, and healthy decision-making.

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City of Vancouver Youth Programs

Vancouver
Provides a range of sport, recreational, social, cultural, and educational programs for youth, with activities varying among community centers.

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MOSAIC Youth Programs

Multiple Locations
Offers services and programs throughout Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, focusing on settlement and integration support for immigrant and refugee youth.

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Richmond Multicultural Community Services

Richmond
Provides youth-related programs aimed at promoting multiculturalism, diversity, and inclusion among youth in Richmond.

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Burnaby Neighbourhood House Youth Programs

Burnaby
Offers various programs for youth, including leadership development, volunteer opportunities, and recreational activities.

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Richmond Youth Education Center

Richmond
Provides educational programs and resources for youth, focusing on academic support and skill development.

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Vancouver Youth Symphony Orchestra

Vancouver
Offers musical education and development for young musicians through a series of concerts and orchestral training.

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Bard on the Beach – Young Shakespeareans

Vancouver
Provides workshops for youth aged 8–18 to explore Shakespeare's works through performance and active theatre exercises.

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Junior Forest Wardens

Multiple Locations
Offers programs for youth aged 6–18 focusing on forestry, ecology, outdoor skills, and leadership development.

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Whitecaps FC Academy

Vancouver
Provides youth soccer training programs aiming to develop players for professional levels, with teams for various age groups.

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Therapists

Raven Adams

Raven (she/hers) is a Registered Social Worker with a Masters of Social Work from UBC. She has worked with women and youth in community and counselling settings.

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Esther Ofori

I currently work as an Adult Mental Health Clinician, Fraser Health. Previously, I worked as a Youth Concurrent Disorders therapist and as a counselor in reputable counseling services including Family Support Programs.

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Suad Mohamed

Suad is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. She holds a Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology from Simon Fraser University and a Bachelor of Arts Degree majoring in Psychology and minoring in Counselling.

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Ruth Patta

I hold a Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy (MA, MFT) from Trinity Western University and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) with British Columbia Association of Clinical Counselors (BCACC).

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Ruth Unaegbu

Hi, I’m Ruth Unaegbu, founder of Ruth Unaegbu Counselling & Coaching. I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC #12132) & Supervisor providing private therapy and supervision services in British Columbia, Canada.

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Theresa Thomas

I am very passionate about supporting people in finding their voices and standing in their own power. I am committed to helping people achieve freedom from systemic and societal oppression in every capacity.

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