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Uniting Our Youth

The child you save could be your own! It is our mission to end the cycle of violence through compassion, education, mentoring and models of success one child at a time.

Become a Volunteer

Young adults who have been through a mentorship program are to break the law.

Start Donating

As a small, local, nonprofit agency, we rely on the financial support of the community.

View Our Programs

Every of our programs are designed to assist in a child’s development into a responsible adult.

About Us

Uniting Our Youth Exists To Empower Young People

Uniting Our Youth, Inc. was founded in 2008 by Clarence Miles. Clarence has a passion in his heart for working with children. Clarence founded this program to help combat juvenile crime with models of success and life skills that empower young adults to go out and become leaders in their own communities.

Our Commitment:

Enrich scholarship, research, and creative activity.

Enhance curriculum, teaching and learning.

Prepare educated, engaged and responsible citizens.

Benefit the community at the local, regional, state, national, and global levels.

Practice Areas

Our Featured Programs

Drop in Center

Drop in Center

Participating at one of our Drop in Centers allows county youth to grow in a supervised, structured, and enjoyable environment.

Summer Youth Program

Uniting Our Youth supports the Mayor Marion Barry Summer Youth Program for young people age 14 to 24.

Parenting Program

All parents want what’s best for their children. But not every parent knows how to provide their child with the tools to be successful. We offer a space to hear new ideas about how to handle common problems.

 

Workforce Development

In partnership with DC Office of Unemployment and DC Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services we work individually with our participants to support skill development.

Our Mission

The Child You SaveCould Be Your Own!

Uniting Our Youth’s mission is to end the cycle of violence through compassion, education, mentoring and models of success one child at a time. Our vision is a DC community where youth and young adults have the requisite knowledge and skills to become progressive civic citizens, neighbors, and leaders in their neighborhoods and in their lives.

High School Grads

Years Serving the DC Community

Community Partners

Awards Won

Thank You For Considering Us

A Way To Assist Our Mission

Join The Team

Be the difference in a child's life. Become A Volunteer!

More than any piece of legislation or urban development, by offering a bit of your time each week you can have a profound impact on the life of a young person.
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How many locations do you have?

We have Two!
Kelly Miller/LeDroit Park, 238 W Street, NW
Langston Dwelling, 701 – 24th Street, NE

Do you have part time postions?

We have a variety of full and part time positions. If you have a particular role in mind please mention it in your contact us message.

Is Uniting Our Youth a non-profit?

Uniting Our Youth, Inc. (UOY) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing multiple support programs for inner city youth.

Will classes come back?

Due to COVID-19 leadership has decided it would be safer to temporarily pause these events. We hope in the near future Music, Painting, and Dance class will all start back up again.

We would love to hear from you

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