Youth Organizing Home and Neighborhood Action (YOHANA)
SOMCAN’s Youth Organizing Home and Neighborhood Action (YOHANA) program is a year-round multi-cultural program led by low-income, immigrant youth who care about their communities and want to make sustainable changes.
YOHANA offers a safe, culturally-competent, and democratic space for young people ages 14–18 to gain valuable leadership skills, identify issues in their community, and take action to achieve healthy and equitable neighborhoods.
What We Do
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YOHANA engage in initiatives that they design and implement, focusing on the issues that matter most to them and their communities.
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YOHANA harness the power of creativity through various mediums such as writing, visual art, and music. The arts-based approaches help to articulate community issues and inspire action.
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YOHANA training programs are participatory and tailored to meet the needs of our youth. It ensure that every participant feels supported and equipped to lead.
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Building confidence in public speaking is crucial. YOHANA provide opportunities for youth to engage with policymakers and their communities, enhancing civic engagement skills.
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YOHANA mentorship program connects youth with experienced mentors who provide guidance, support, and encouragement throughout their journey in community organizing and school.
