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Umoja Youth Peace Corps

Provides an after-school program that emphasizes the value of human life. Program cohorts run 12 weeks. Activities include training in influencer leadership, communication, study skills, career development, mental and physical wellness, entrepreneurship, and blockchain basics. Also includes dog training and art therapy involving painting, audio and video production, and performance. Each session begins with a meal, whoosah, and a "how was your day" check-in.

Physical Address

5625 Master Street, Philadelphia, PA 19131

Hours

Program Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 3:30pm to 5:30pm Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 10:30am to 5:00pm Saturday, 11:00am to 2:00pm

Application process

Register online on the website. Call or email for more information.

Fee

Services free of charge

Eligibility

Youth ages 14 to 18 who live or attend school in the 19th Philadelphia Police District

Service area

19131 19139 19151

Agency info

House of Umoja

Provides social services to children who are in needs of help by providing life skills instruction, GED preparation, education in African history and culture, pre-vocational training, work experience, and job training.