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Health & Wellness — Youth UpRising

WEBThe Clinic provides preventative and urgent care services, including: Physicals and immunizations. Treatment for acute and chronic illness. Testing for sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy. Counseling to support youth struggling with sex- and sexuality …

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URL: https://www.youthuprising.org/programs/health-wellness

Health — Youth UpRising

WEBYU opened an onsite primary health, mental health and wellness services clinic staffed by Children’s Hospital & Research Center in Oakland. We provide individualized care for young people who are coping with violence, trauma, environmental toxins, and poverty. Our …

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History — Youth UpRising

WEBIn 2003, YU breaks ground on building a 25,000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility. In May 2005, the doors opened with a staff of 8 , after years of planning, advocacy, design and construction Programming focus on direct service, community relations, and data …

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Public Safety — Youth UpRising

WEBSafety and violence are among the most critical issues facing youth in Oakland—one of the most violent cities in America. East Oakland experiences a disproportionate amount of the city’s violence where: Homicide is the leading cause of death among 15- to 24-year-olds. …

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Who We Are — Youth UpRising

WEBLocated in the heart of East Oakland, YU is a neighborhood hub offering young people services and programs to increase physical and mental wellbeing, community connection, educational attainment, and career achievement among youth members. …But …

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Results — Youth UpRising

WEBResults. Youth UpRising has a positive impact on the lives of young people and has served over 13,000 unduplicated youth since inception. Career and Education. 400 youth are placed into jobs each year. Over 600 young people are provided with comprehensive …

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YU Wellness — Youth UpRising

WEBYouth UpRising, 8711 Macarthur Boulevard, Oakland, CA. 94605 510-777-9909

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Civic Engagement — Youth UpRising

WEBYouth Leadership Development & Civic Engagement activities and programs involve youth leaders in improving their community while developing their capacity to become agents of change. Activities range from round-table discussions and participation on public boards …

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Housing — Youth UpRising

WEBQuality, stable and affordable housing is a concern for East Oakland, particularly for young adults, which has been exacerbated by the national housing crisis. 54% of residents are renters, compared to a national average of 30%. There is a clear lack of recreational …

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Programs & Events Sign Ups — Youth UpRising

WEBPrograms & Upcoming Events. Due to COVID-19, we request that you sign up for our upcoming events and programming. To sign up, click the program/event of your interest and you will be re-directed to our sign-up form. Fill out the form and we hope to see you at YU!

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Education — Youth UpRising

WEBIssues. Student achievement and quality education is critical to the development and long-term employment success of East Oakland youth. Currently:

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Billboard Campaigns — Youth UpRising

WEBYouth are trained and prepared to participate on boards and commissions, engage in political advocacy, conduct community research and facilitate education workshops to advance policy change. Rise Up! is a policy focused leadership team that engages …

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Career & Education — Youth UpRising

WEBYU offers education and training to help youth acquire skills that will make them competitive in the marketplace. Our goal is to prepare youth to transition to permanent career track employment in a variety of high demand local industries including food manufacturing, …

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Partners — Youth UpRising

WEBYouth UpRising has forged partnerships with a network of health, public safety, economic development, housing and youth serving organizations, working together to accomplish long-lasting systemic change. Our partners are interdisciplinary and multi-sector and …

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Community Resource Fair — Youth UpRising

WEBOn Friday, January 29th from 2:00pm to 5:00pm, Youth UpRising held a community resource fair in partnership with over twenty-five community organizations and government agencies. Our theme, Educate, Empower and Elevate, reflects our goal to raise …

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Job Opportunities — Youth UpRising

WEBJob Opportunities. Youth UpRising offers candidates an opportunity to join a dynamic organization with a compelling mission and a successful track record of attracting, engaging and serving a high-risk population in strategies for personal, professional and community …

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YU's Rise Up Team — Youth UpRising

WEBYU's youth leadership team, Rise Up, has been focused on skill-building and developing campaigns around issues that impact young people in Oakland. They have also hosted several events this winter including a game and movie night, Valentine's party for kids in …

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