Multicultural Achievers / FAQs

What are the goals of the Multicultural Achievers program?

  • Raise academic standards of youth of color
  • Assist youth of color in gaining acceptance to institutions of higher learning
  • Expose youth of color to diverse career options
  • Provide minority adult role models to inspire youth of color to set and achieve personal and professional goals
  • Build character and develop positive assets in youth of color and their families
  • Create channels for community involvement by business and industry
  • Promote and recognize excellence in all aspects of the participants' lives and the lives of their families

What does the program include?

  • Personal values assessments
  • Goal setting
  • Homework assistance
  • Test preparation
  • Job skills development (e.g., practice job applications, interview role playing, resume writing, workplace tours)
  • College preparation and search process
  • Career exploration
  • Health & wellness activities
  • Family involvement and
  • Social activities

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