“Scripture tells us to envision that everyone shall sit under their own vine and fig tree and no one shall make them afraid. If we’re to live up to her own time, then victory won’t lie in the blade, but in all the bridges we’ve made. That is the promise to glade, the hill we …
A Reflection on Poet Amanda Gorman’s Inaugural Poem “The Hill We Climb” Read More »
A survey team from CARF International* will be visiting Affirming YOUth Foundation, Inc., on December 7th – 9th, 2020 Affirming YOUth Foundation, Inc., is committed to delivering high-quality services to our persons served. We are equally committed to maintaining a high level of quality standards for business practice. We are proud to demonstrate this commitment …
Miami, FL October 12, 2020 – For the month of September GAP Brands of Dadeland Mall chose Affirming YOUth as their local community partner in their celebration of volunteering. GAP Brands partnered with Affirming YOUth Foundation (AYF) to donate food to families in need. “It is important that we partner with local organizations that serve …
GAP BRANDS PARTNERS WITH AFFIRMING YOUTH TO GIVE BACK TO FAMILIES Read More »
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services awarded the foundation to produce better health and economic outcomes in hard-hit communities October 7, 2020 (MIAMI, FL) – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of Minority Health (OMH), awarded Affirming Youth Foundation, Inc. (AYF) $1.35 Million under the Community-based Approaches to Strengthening …
By Jonathan Spikes Urban youth exposed to gang violence risk various social, emotional, academic, and behavioral consequences. Gang violence experiences among children and adolescents are also called adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), including exposure to violence in the community. Post-traumatic stress symptoms is another term used for youth exposed to gang violence to describe the emotional …
The Miami Foundation in partnership with Allegany Franciscan Ministries Supports Affirming Youth Foundation, Inc., in their COVID-19 intervention efforts August 10th, 2020 – (MIAMI, FL) – Affirming Youth Foundation, Inc., has received $10,000 in support of its work to address the critical health and wellness needs that have disproportionately impacted communities of color. The Miami …
YOUTH PROGRAM AWARDED $10,000 TO SUPPORT COMMUNITIES OF COLOR IMPACTED BY COVID-19 Read More »
