Amachi Pittsburgh - Mentoring and Amachi Ambassadors Programs
Offers mentoring program for children and youth with an incarcerated parent or other close relative. In this community-based program, mentors and mentees meet at least four hours per month for a minimum commitment of one year. Amachi's Ambassador's Program is a specialized youth organizing, advocacy, and leadership development program for high school students (age 14 to 18) impacted by the incarceration of a parent or a close loved one.
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Physical Address
1830 Forbes Avenue, Floor 2, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Transportation
Public Transportation Access
Hours
Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm Program hours vary.
Voice
Application process
Complete an application on the website, or contact the agency by phone or email to obtain an application.
Fee
Services provided free of charge.
Eligibility
Allegheny County children and youth impacted by the incarceration of a parent or other close loved one. Mentoring: Children and youth age 6 to 18 years with an incarcerated parent or relative. Ambassadors: Youth age 14 to 18 years.
Service area
Allegheny, PA
Agency info
Amachi Pittsburgh
Provides services to children and other family members of incarcerated individuals. Amachi seeks to empower, nurture, and protect those most vulnerable to the criminal justice system. Amachi works to amplify the voices of youth and families; activate a community of support; and advance policy and practice to drive equity and justice.