Youth Program 

Youth program involved various activities to immigrant and refugees youth succeed in Life. These includes:

• Group Mentoring
• College Campus Tours
• Job Shadowing
• Leadership Development
• Life Skills
• Motivational Speaking
• Networking / Internships

V4A mentorship program is for high school and college students. We meet once a month to discuss past, present and future topics. Program activities include career fairs, College tour and summer camp.  College students also meets regularly to discuss issues affecting them and to encourage each other.

We also have professional personal who attend to mentor the students. We are always open to new students with fresh ideas and questions. Please join us this month! VIDEO

Youth Leadership Empowerment

[caption id="attachment_1258" align="alignleft" width="301"] Florissant Police talking to youth on safety[/caption]

Due to the nature of the work environment in the United States there is little time available for the young people to learn at the feet of the older generation or their parents. This program brings together respected elders in the community for a healthy discussion. The program is designed to provide the older generation an opportunity to pass on their legacy to the next generation

   

College Visits and Educational Field Trips.

[caption id="attachment_1579" align="alignleft" width="301"] Middle School and High school Students college tour at Washington University[/caption]

V4A takes multiple college visits throughout the year. If you are interested in visiting a University in St. Louis please sign up. If the college you would like to visit is not listed please contact us. We provide transportation to all visits.

 

PROJECTS FOR COLLEGE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

1. ACT Prep.   2. Mentorship Program  3. Africa Mission Trip

  V4A Youth Mentorship parent engagement [caption id="attachment_2259" align="alignleft" width="298"] Immigrant Parents meeting[/caption] V4A Youth Mentorship parent engagement component of our Youth Mentorship Program is a collaboration between V4A and similar community based organizations that share our passion for creating a healthier, cohesive support system for the Immigrant and refugee children. As community-led organizations, we are deeply committed to getting parents involved in their students’ education and playing a role in their educational success. Read More     F4KIDZ Program [caption id="attachment_1808" align="alignleft" width="297"] Immigrant kids tour at the White House, DC[/caption]

The F4Kidz program is for Kindergarten - 12th grade. Throughout the year we take trips to the St. Louis science center and The Mansanto center. Starting in April we have a soccer program with practice and games once a week. In Our Soccer program we teach kids the fundamentals of soccer, but also strive to help children build confidence and recognize the value of hard work, teamwork and persistence in achieving personal goals. By learning what it takes to play a team sport, kids are also being prepared to be productive citizens.  

F4KIDZ PROJECTS

• 1. Chess Club for kids ,  2. African Dance group,  3. Health and Wellness,  4. Swahili Class

To sign up or get more details about the program you can call at 314-656-1463 or stop by our office in Hazelwood. 

  [caption id="attachment_864" align="alignright" width="338"] Immigrant Women at St Louis University Cancer cente[/caption]

WOMEN'S HEALTH

Every month we provide transportation to immigrant women for free pap smear and mammogram screenings at St. Louis University Cancer center. We also host health education classes at your local churches. If you are interested in V4A coming to your church please contact us.

HEALTH EDUCATION & SCREENING

V4A conducts health fair event the last Saturday of January. The purpose of this health fair is to decrease the health gap that exists between immigrants and the general public. Participants receive information from various health care experts on engaging in a healthier life style including the importance of having routine health screenings. The healthfair consists of screenings, exhibitors, and workshops on available immigrant resources The objectives of the Health fair are to:

• Raise an awareness of health disparities that exist nationwide.
• Provide participants with knowledge from experts on various health topics
• Inform participants that taking preventive measures (e.g., routine health exams) can reduce the chances of having major health challenges.
• Educate participants on the importance of keeping an open line of communication with their health care provider.

We provide transportation lo other public health fair for the following free health screenings for men and women:

• Cholesterol
• Blood Pressure
• Vision
• Dental
• etc

We also do big health screenings events twice a year, in January and September.  Watch Video

Monthly health screening are held at UCity Library from 9am to 12pm.   For information please call at 314-656-1403.

 

FITNESS

[caption id="attachment_1570" align="alignright" width="233"] Adult Bikers Club[/caption]

Working out with friends is always better than working out alone. There is  $50 registration fee to sign up for our fitness classes or join our bike riding group!

[caption id="attachment_1586" align="alignleft" width="277"] To partner with us[/caption]

  [caption id="attachment_864" align="alignright" width="338"] Immigrant Women at St Louis University Cancer cente[/caption]

WOMEN'S HEALTH

Every month we provide transportation to immigrant women for free pap smear and mammogram screenings at St. Louis University Cancer center. We also host health education classes at your local churches. If you are interested in V4A coming to your church please contact us.

HEALTH EDUCATION & SCREENING

V4A conducts health fair event the last Saturday of January. The purpose of this health fair is to decrease the health gap that exists between immigrants and the general public. Participants receive information from various health care experts on engaging in a healthier life style including the importance of having routine health screenings. The healthfair consists of screenings, exhibitors, and workshops on available immigrant resources The objectives of the Health fair are to:

• Raise an awareness of health disparities that exist nationwide.
• Provide participants with knowledge from experts on various health topics
• Inform participants that taking preventive measures (e.g., routine health exams) can reduce the chances of having major health challenges.
• Educate participants on the importance of keeping an open line of communication with their health care provider.

We provide transportation lo other public health fair for the following free health screenings for men and women:

• Cholesterol
• Blood Pressure
• Vision
• Dental
• etc

We also do big health screenings events twice a year, in January and September.  Watch Video

Monthly health screening are held at UCity Library from 9am to 12pm.   For information please call at 314-656-1403.

 

FITNESS

[caption id="attachment_1570" align="alignright" width="233"] Adult Bikers Club[/caption]

Working out with friends is always better than working out alone. There is  $50 registration fee to sign up for our fitness classes or join our bike riding group!

[caption id="attachment_1586" align="alignleft" width="277"] To partner with us[/caption]