Youth Guidance in Boston

Youth Guidance Boston works alongside schools and communities across Greater Boston to create spaces where young people feel seen, supported and connected.

Through proven programs and relationships with caring adults, we help young people build on their strengths, navigate challenges and pursue the futures they envision.

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Our Work in Greater Boston

Proven programs. Local relationships.

Youth Guidance came to Boston in 2017, our first expansion beyond Chicago. Today, we work with schools and community partners across Greater Boston to support young people through:

BAM® – Becoming A Man

School-based group counseling and mentoring that gives young men a consistent space to build relationships, strengthen confidence and develop skills for navigating school, relationships and life.

WOW® – Working On Womanhood

School-based group counseling and mentoring where young women build supportive relationships, strengthen confidence and develop skills for navigating school, relationships and life.

Career Readiness and Success

Helps young people explore their interests, build practical skills, gain real-world experience and create pathways toward college, career and life after high school.

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Boston Impact

Relationships that make a difference.

750+

young people served annually

10

schools

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For partnership or giving opportunities in Greater Boston, contact: Laurie Kennedy, Director of Development — lkennedy@youth-guidance.org

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Shawn Brown

Executive Director, Youth Guidance Boston

Shawn Brown has led Youth Guidance Boston since its launch in 2017, helping grow the organization’s first expansion beyond Chicago. A lifelong Boston resident and graduate of Boston Public Schools, Shawn brings more than 20 years of experience in youth development, violence prevention and nonprofit leadership.

Under his leadership, Youth Guidance has expanded its evidence-based programs and partnerships across Greater Boston, creating more opportunities for young people to benefit from relationships with caring adults and culturally responsive mental health and social-emotional support.

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Boston Advisory Council

Local leadership. Shared commitment.

Our Boston Advisory Council brings together local leaders who share a commitment to expanding opportunities for young people and strengthening Youth Guidance’s impact across Greater Boston.