Education & Workforce Development
Minors
Tutoring
Our tutoring program helps strengthen Reading Math and Writing while improving children’s confidence and grades.
aprendamos juntos
A space where parents learn and build confidence, while their children develop essential skills to start kindergarten
spanish classes
This program aims at increasing the Spanish language proficiency and cultural understanding in non-Spanish learners.
Youth
Youth Leaders in Action
Youth Leaders in Action empowers youth to develop leadership skills and become active members of their communities. Participants build confidence, learn about civic engagement, and explore opportunities for personal and professional growth. Through hands-on activities and mentorship, youth are encouraged to use their voices to create positive change.
Escalera: It’s a national college and career readiness program that provides academic support, leadership development, career exploration, and mentorship opportunities.
Pioneras: Connects participants with mentorship, personal development, and opportunities to explore their goals and aspirations.
In partnership with Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools, Durham Public Schools, Wake County Public School System and Orange County Schools.
Adults
COMPUTER skills
Our lessons cover computer skills, such as creating and managing emails, use of documents and spreadsheets, Google suite, the internet, and how to use Zoom.
SPANISH classes
We offer Spanish classes for beginners to conversational levels, taught by native speakers for both organizations and community members.
HiSET
HiSET classes cover Reading, Writing, Science, Social Studies, and Math, to prepare students for the High School Equivalency Test and earn their diploma.
ESL
Our classes offer adults the opportunity to learn and improve their English skills through practical, engaging lessons led by experienced teachers.
PLAZA COMUNITARIA
Youth and adults can complete literacy, elementary and secondary education with the Instituto Nacional para la Educación de Adultos curriculum from Mexico, which is valid in all Latin American countries.
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The Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Program helps participants learn how to reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Participants receive practical tools, guidance, and support.
salud integral
Program and support group for community members interested in improving their health and lifestyle through culturally adapted healthy behavior changes, with a specific focus on nutrition and exercise.
Vocational Training Workshops
- Community Health Worker Academy: Prepares participants to support community health through education, outreach, advocacy, and connection to health resources.
- HVAC I–II: Provides hands-on training in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, preparing participants for careers in HVAC.
- Welding: Teaches fundamental welding techniques, safety practices, and hands-on skills for entry-level welding careers.
- Residential Electrical Wiring: Provides practical training in residential electrical systems, wiring methods, safety, and basic installation.
- OSHA: Teaches essential workplace safety practices and OSHA standards to help participants work safely and responsibly
