Who we are

The Youth Connection Association is a non-profit organization that offers a wide range of services to young people and their families. These services include counseling related to drug and alcohol abuse, as well as a variety of other issues including interactions with law enforcement agencies.

The director of the Association Mr.Kenny Gbadebo, and members of the staff liaise regularly with parents, teachers, principals and community leaders and organizations, in order to provide support systems for young people and their families, in need of direction, guidance, assistance and advocacy in these areas.

Tutoring Services

The association offers tutoring services to children ranging from grades 1 through grade 11 in terms of their academic placements. The tutoring services are provided on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m., assistance is also provided in ESL ( English as a Second Language) and remedial assistance for designated students.

The development and delivery of the academic program is done by certified teachers and assistance in completion of assignments is also provided by a group of effective and enthusiastic volunteers.

History

The Y.C.A was established in 1994 to serve the young people of Windsor and Essex County by promoting healthy lifestyles and working for the prevention of alcohol and substance abuse among youth who are disadvantaged and at risk, including those from visible minorities.

In 1995, the results of a Needs Survey developed and directed by Mr. Kenny Gbadebo and funded through the secretary of state for Multiculturalism and the Status of Women were formalized by Applied Data Solutions. Community members were asked to participate in a study addressing community needs and perceptions, particularly in the area of drug , alcohol abuse, prevention and health promotion program availability and accessibility. Since that time, the needs of the youth population of the community and the services provided by The Youth Connection Association have increased significantly. Currently The Y.C.A is expanding its services even further to meet the needs of at risk youth and their families.

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