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Center for Urban Youth Development (CUYD)

Center for Urban Youth Development (CUYD)


The Center for Urban Youth Development (CUYD) provides training and resources for organizations and individuals serving the needs of urban youth. Through the development of academic programs (certificate and degree), special events, and instructional institutes, we address the critical needs of both youth and youth workers.

CUYD seeks to collaborate with organizations involved in transformational work among urban youth. Current partners include Young Life, the Federation of Neighborhood Centers (formerly Greater Philadelphia Federation of Settlements), and numerous youth leaders.

CUYD Programs

Master of Arts in Urban Studies (Youth Leadership Concentration)

A 39-credit degree program designed to produce professionals who are theologically, academically and culturally competent to serve with excellence in an urban context. Students are equipped to work with youth in both Christian and secular environments. Click here for more information.

Young Life Institute for Urban Youth Workers

Training and development provided for urban youth workers serving with this international organization. Participants are prepared to minister to the complex needs of teenagers. Training provided in Philadelphia and other cities around the country.

Annual Special Events & Conferences

A yearly conference, festival or symposium for urban youth and/or youth workers designed to address a contemporary and pressing youth issue. Events organized in collaboration with community organizations.

Youth Development Certificate Program

Are you interested in serving the needs of urban youth? The Youth Development Certificate Program addresses the critical needs of both youth and youth workers. Both lay people and professional youth workers need the skills and foundation to support youth in making a successful transition to adulthood. This certificate is designed to provide both with the essential knowledge and skills for urban youth worker.

Classes that make up this non-degree certificate program may be taken for credit by students pursuing a graduate– or undergraduate-level degree. Participants may also purchase continuing education units for their participation. 

Offered in partnership between the  Greater Philadelphia Federation of Settlements and the Center for Urban Youth Development at Eastern University.  <more>


Contact Us

Center for Urban Youth Development (CUYD)
Campolo College of Graduate and Professional Studies
Eastern University | Philadelphia
3300 Henry Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19129

P: 215-769-3121
F: 215-848-2651
E: cuyd@eastern.edu