YWBK LEAD Summer Summit

A day of community service and activities at Shirley Chisholm Park

The Summer Summit is structured to provide students with the opportunity to build community, increase social justice awareness, develop leadership skills and skills for success in college and their careers. Through a variety of partnerships, students attend facilitated workshops aligned with the program goals following weekly themes:

Week 1: Healthy Relationship

Week 2: Healthy Living

Week 3: Professional Development

Week 4: Environmental Awareness

Week 5: Financial Literacy

Week 6: Community , Culture, and Exploration

Over the course of the six week program, the students participate in activities like a fitness class with Gleason’s Gym, a resume workshop with Sony Music, an art tour through the Brooklyn Museum, and a panel discussion with Addabbo Health Center on careers in the healthcare profession.