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.

Announcement:

O, YES! Conference

On June 29-30, 2012, the Center for Urban Youth Development hosted a special conference event entitled O, YES!  The purpose of the conference was to enlighten middle school and high school students from Philadelphia & vicinity on topics related to sex & sexual health. Our objective is to help youth make wise choices concerning their lives. The conference is presented from a Christian worldview.  For more information, visit this link.

Save the date: O,YES, July 26-27, 2013

CUYD Programs

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.

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.

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.

Non-degree Credit Classes in Youth Development

Are you interested in serving the needs of urban youth? Non-degree credit classes in Youth Development address 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.