PROGRAMS
Evidence Based Practices
YDI’s proven Life Management Guidance curriculum and project-based program methods are based on evidence-based practices and widely-recognized research. YDI materials and resources nurture social and emotional growth, improved decision making skills, and academic improvement in youth. YDI programs are perfect for after-school programming, Career-Technical-Education class instruction, Parent/Family skill-building, and summer enrichment/employment initiatives.
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Programs
YDI materials and resources nurture social and emotional growth, improved decision making skills, and academic improvement in youth.
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YDI Life Skills Academy
The YDI Life skills Academy is an after school program for disadvantaged adolescent youth ages 14-18.
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Life Management
The Life Management Guidance curriculum is an interactive training tool that steers youth through a personalized development process.
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Mentoring
YDI mentors frequently say how they receive as much as they give from the program and mentees.
![Youth Development Initiatives](https://www.ydiinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/accomplished-adults-business-deal-1124065-600x400.jpg)
Youth employment
The YDI Youth Employment Program is a coveted reward for those students who complete the Life Management Guidance Course.
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YDI Life Skills Academy
The YDI Life skills Academy is an after school program for disadvantaged adolescent youth ages 14-18.
![](https://www.ydiinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/photo-1492462543947-040389c4a66c-600x400.png)
Life Management
The Life Management Guidance curriculum is an interactive training tool that steers youth through a personalized development process.
![](https://www.ydiinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/ezgif.com-webp-to-jpg-10-600x400.jpg)
Mentoring
YDI mentors frequently say how they receive as much as they give from the program and mentees.
![Youth Development Initiatives](https://www.ydiinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/accomplished-adults-business-deal-1124065-600x400.jpg)
Youth employment
The YDI Youth Employment Program is a coveted reward for those students who complete the Life Management Guidance Course.