The Leadership &
Literacy Foundation
We believe in socially responsible creative transformation by generating a society of interdependent and empowered members that become critical collaborators within their communities.
Mission Statement
By embracing justice, equity, diversity, and Inclusion, MYCC empowers and creates well-being for Methuen youth to thrive as individuals and unite as a community through civic engagement.
Empower – Embrace - Everyone
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The Youth Innovation Project (YIP) will be designed in
partnership with MY Voice to create a cohesive program for
youth (ages 13 - 18) that builds knowledge, skills, and
resources that adequately prepares youth for a fulfilling
future beyond school. A consulting engagement in 2019 with
Egment Youth Development identified the following
program goals and components for the YIP.
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L&L is awarded a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Training and Development for an"Out of School Youth" (OSY) program. L&L offers the Project STRIVE OSY program to 17 young adults, providing GED classes, leadership skills training, and employability skills training while the students gain hands-on experience working in Little Sprouts centers.
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Higher graduation rates
Higher college matriculation
Higher employment rates
Higher average income
Lower domestic violence