YLCO Mentoring Program – Charleston, SC

Program: Young Ladies/Leaders Conquering Obstacles (YLCO)

Executive Director: Liticia Hairston Whitten

Telephone: (843) 744-5510

Mission

To provide programs for youth, ages 11 to 18, which will enhance their SPACE (social/spiritual, physical, academic, character, and emotional) development.

Program Initiative

YLCO provides an array of programs during monthly meetings to address the needs of our participants. Through one to one mentoring sessions and group activities, participants increase their knowledge and understanding of everyday issues. Topics of discussion include:

Career development, drug and alcohol abuse, teen pregnancy, conflict resolution, self-esteem building, personal health, developing healthy relationships, dining etiquette, volunteerism, career development, educational achievement and cultural enrichment.

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Afro Puffs and Ponytails is constantly searching for information about camps, clubs and organizations, and mentoring programs to provide as resources for parents and community organizers. It is our hopes that each resource provided will serve to build confidence, enhance self esteem, develop leadership skills, empower, uplift and educate our African American girls. We are not recommending these programs, but offering a starting point for you to conduct your own evaluation and research about whether a program is right for your child.

For an up-to-date listing of other programs for African American girls within the USA, please click here.