What does it take for teens to thrive? A collective vision carried out by an array of individuals, agencies and organizations committed to delivering programs and resources that enable youth and teens to succeed in life and strive for a better future. Read the full article HERE.

Forest Bound is a native plant immersion and conservation skill building program that examines native plant species through a botanical, ecological/environmental, and cultural lens. This summer, IAE’s Southwest Office in Santa Fe offered two Forest Bound sessions that continued collaborations with Pueblo of Pojoaque Tewa Language Department (2nd year of partnership) and with Youthworks of Santa Fe (4th year of partnership). Funding from the U.S. Forest Service Region 3 and the Walmart Foundation for 2021 and partner contributions enabled IAE SW to provide this program free of cost to participants. Read the full article HERE.

YouthWorks Youth Conservation Corps Crew works in partnership with Reunity Resources to establish a demonstration farm as the crew learns the foundational practices of sustainable agriculture. Read the full article on page 36 in the fall 2021 issue of the Green Fire Times HERE.

The Catalyst for Change Award was created in 2015 to recognize exemplary individuals within the Catalyst Kitchens’ network for their dedication and embodiment of their organization’s mission. This award recognizes an individual from the Catalyst Kitchens network whose outstanding service and dedication to empowering lives through job training has made a significant impact on individuals, their community, and the field of food service social enterprise.

YouthWorks celebrates Jackie’s recognition as a skilled youth mentor, teacher, and culinary program director. In 2020 Jackie led YouthWorks’ Social Justice Kitchen in preparing and distributing over 450,000 meals to community members and trained 55 youth trainees and staff in the culinary arts. Thank you Jackie for your commitment, dedication, leadership, and service to our community! Read the full article on the Catalyst Kitchens site HERE!

Read the article here in the Santa Fe Reporter! 

Read the YouthWorks August 2021 newsletter HERE!