Youth
Take Action
More than programs — a pathway to possibility. We equip North Philadelphia's next generation with skills, purpose, and opportunity through four interconnected initiatives rooted in Xiente's Theory of Change.
Youth Served Annually
Programs Under Youth Take Action
Nights a Week CERC is Open
Participants Avoid Justice Involvement
Empowering Youth Through Three Capitals
Xiente's Youth Take Action initiative is rooted in our Theory of Change. We believe lasting change happens when young people build all three forms of capital simultaneously — not just skills, but relationships and economic opportunity.
Human Capital
Education, skills, and workforce readiness
Social Capital
Meaningful relationships and community belonging
Financial Capital
Economic opportunity and long-term stability
IMPACT STATEMENT — "We don't just keep kids off the streets — we build the leaders who will transform them." — Xiente Youth Programs, North Philadelphia
Youth Take Action Programs
Out of School Time (OST)
After-School & Summer Programming
Safe, fun, and enriching after-school and summer programming for students in grades K–8 across three public schools. Builds academic skills, develops leadership, and engages children in creative and recreational activities.
Learn MoreIntensive Prevention Services (IPS)
Juvenile Justice Diversion
For youth ages 10–19 at risk of entering the juvenile justice system. Provides counseling, case management, and enrichment activities to help teens improve decision-making and strengthen family and community connections.
Learn MoreCommunity Evening Resource Center
CERC — Safe Space Every Night
Open 7 nights a week from 6–9 PM, CERC offers free structured programming for teens ages 10–17. Conflict resolution, job readiness workshops, creative activities, and family engagement — keeping young people safe and growing.
Learn MoreWorkforce Services
HBI PACT Curriculum
Prepares Opportunity Youth (16–24) and young adults (25–35) for meaningful careers in the building trades and beyond. Powered by the HBI PACT curriculum — DOL-recognized pre-apprenticeship training with industry credentials.
Learn MoreYouth Program Locations
Visit Us
2034 N. Mascher Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Call Us
(215) 309-2516OST — Hunter Elementary
4300 Leidy Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131
OST — McKinley Elementary
601 E. Willard St, Philadelphia, PA 19134
OST — Moffet Elementary
2450 W. Sterner St, Philadelphia, PA 19132
Every Young Person Deserves a Pathway
Xiente's Youth Take Action programs are free and open to all Philadelphia youth. No registration required for CERC — just show up.