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YOUTH EMPOWERMENT ORGANIZATION

Creating A Knock-On Effect For Youth Confidence

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Youth Empowerment Organization


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Our mission

Is to create better futures for children, meeting each child where they are, we strive to empower, each child to reach their greatest potential.

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Our vision

We envision a community where every youth will embrace their differences and know with certainty that someone care about them and wants to help them achieve personal growth and success.

Core Values


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THINK

I Always Think Before I Act

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ADVOCATE

I Speak Up for Myself & Others

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STRIVE

I Always Strive for Academic Excellence

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SERVE

I Am an Active Leader in My Community and I Give Back

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STRUT

I Dare to be Different and Leave a Positive First Impression



External link opens in new tab or windowChristine Rivers

Christine Rivers
A mother, wife, servant leader, entrepreneur, mentor, advocate for at-risk adolescents, and founder of dare to be different youth empowerment organization inc . Christine draws from her personal experiences to empower young women and equip them with the tools they need to embrace their difference. Her ultimate goal is to help the next generation of leaders. She is passionate about helping young women take charge of their lives. She is blessed to be able to share her gifts. In her spare time she enjoys reading, traveling and spending time with her family.


External link opens in new tab or windowChristopher Rivers

Christopher Rivers
Christopher rivers a husband, a father, a mentor, an entrepreneur, and vice president of dare to be different youth empowerment organization. Who proudly served the community for over 30 years. He was born in Orlando Florida, and raise in Gainesville, Florida. He is a living testament to the transformative power of right choices. However, there was a period in his life where he veered off corse, embarking on a path that did not honor the values in which he knew was right this phase was a crucible of self-reflection and learning, molding himself to turn his life around and contribute positively to the community. As he emerged from this challenging phase of life, life presented a fresh canvas. He was fortunate to find a life partner who shared a common vision of community service. His wife Christine rivers . Together they believe that they were both called to lead the youth not just lead . But lead by example.
Dare To Be Different Youth Empowerment Organization

Dare To Be Different Youth Empowerment Organization


Gainesville, FL

Email: info@daretobedifferentempowerment.org

Phone: External link opens in new tab or window(352) 665-4551

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Hours of Operation


Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday to Sunday: Closed

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Service Areas


Florida

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