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Volunteers

VOLUNTEER

YEP + YOU.

We are excited to welcome volunteers to YEP! Volunteers help support critical services by actively engaging with young people in a meaningful way, offering encouragement, and ensuring participants feel welcome in all YEP spaces.

 

Become a Volunteer:

  • To apply to volunteer, click on the Volunteer Hub button below to find an opportunity that interests you.

  • Need help getting started? Check out our Volunteer Guide to learn how to complete an application and create an account.

  • Please email any questions to Karen Johnston at kjohnston@youthempowermentproject.org. Thank you for your interest in YEP!

Homework Helper

Homework Help

YEP Enriches Volunteers are often responsible for providing homework help and academic enrichment to 1-5 young people. They provide academic assistance and encouragement to help young people grow their confidence and persistence. They also support Activity Leaders for sports, art, games and STEM activities. 

Guest Speaking

YEP Works equips youth aged 16-24 with essential skills for workforce success. Our program emphasizes career readiness, professional development, and life skills training. We invite enthusiastic professionals to volunteer as guest speakers, sharing insights and practical knowledge to inspire and empower our participants.

Guest Speakers
Clean up Krewe

Clean-up Krewe

Join YEP in enhancing our learning spaces! We're inviting dedicated volunteers to assist with clean-up and beautification projects. Tasks involve improving the environment to create a more inspiring and welcoming atmosphere for our young learners.

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Interested in future volunteer opportunities?
Stay informed on our volunteer email list! 

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New Orleans, LA  70113

504.522.1316

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