programs for adolescents
programs for children
related courses
other programs at Brown
local agencies
career resources
youth opportunities guide
other youth resources

Professional Development

As a part of ongoing training for volunteers, the Center recently held a workshop on recognizing and handling suspected child abuse and neglect. You can download materials from the workshop below. [download file...]

The Swearer Center's Youth Development and Education programs encourage youth to be active change agents in their lives and communities. Programs support youth to develop the skills and confidence to identify and develop their talents in a range of arenas. With supportive mentors, youth are encouraged to explore their personal potential, articulate goals for their future, and access resources to meet those goals.

Programs for Adolescents
Through opportunities for leadership, action, and education, programs for adolescents help participants consider their roles and responsibilities in their communities and society. Programs engage youth in defining and making choices, identifying community needs, and considering post-secondary school goals. Youth are challenged to become positive and critical members of their communities and to define actions to address the concerns they identify personally and collectively. contacts: Mackay Miller, Assistant Director- Youth Programs , Kerri Heffernan, Associate Director

Programs for Children
Through mentoring, classroom exercises and after school workshops, programs for children emphasize the development of literacy and self-confidence. Children engage in fun and creative learning opportunities that help them develop athletic and movement skills and express themselves using performance, writing and scientific reasoning.
contact: Dilania Inoa, Literacy and Schools Coordinator