Young People Active in the Community
We work with young people and their communities to improve health, expand opportunities and strengthen the systems that help everyone thrive.
Communities First.
Every community has people with ideas, strengths and aspirations. Lasting change begins when those strengths are recognized, trusted and supported.
Youthplus works alongside communities to improve health, expand educational opportunities, strengthen local leadership and create opportunities that enable people to shape their own future. Rather than delivering solutions to communities, we work with communities to strengthen the systems that create lasting change.
At Youthplus, we believe that lasting change happens when communities have access to trusted information, strong local leadership and opportunities to improve their lives.
Our Community Action System brings these elements together into one integrated approach that strengthens community well being and expands opportunities for everyone.
Community Action System.
Connecting people, places and partnerships to turn community knowledge into action. We have built a connected system of spaces, people and partnerships bringing trusted information and support closer to communities.
Every component strengthens the others, creating a connected system that brings trusted information, services and opportunities closer to communities.
Community Vital Information Kiosks
The Community Vital Information Kiosk Network is a growing network of trusted community information and referral hubs established by Youthplus to bring essential services and reliable information closer to where people live.
Initially developed to strengthen community-based HIV prevention, the kiosks provide trusted information, referrals and support while creating safe spaces where people can ask questions, access services and connect with their communities.
The first network of 20 Community Vital Information Kiosks was established with support from ViiV Healthcare Positive Action through the DEEPROOTS initiative. This investment laid the foundation for a scalable community delivery model that Youthplus is expanding to support broader health, education and community development priorities.
Peer Community Advisors (PCAs)
Trusted people working alongside communities every day.
Peer Community Advisors are trained community members who educate, mentor, support and connect people to services. They strengthen relationships, build trust and help ensure that no one is left behind.
How They Work Together
Community Vital Information Kiosks provide trusted places where people can access information and services. Peer Community Advisors provide the trusted relationships that help people understand that information, make informed decisions and connect with the support they need. Together, they form the foundation of the Youthplus Community Wellness System.
How We Create Impact
Youthplus delivers lasting impact through three interconnected Initiatives that improve health, expand opportunities and strengthen communities. Together, they reflect our commitment to community-led development and form the foundation of the Youthplus Community Wellness System.
Community Wellness Map
Locate Community Vital Information Kiosks, discover the communities they serve and learn more about the services available at each location.
Our Impact
Every number represents a person, a family or a community reached through our Community System. Together with our partners and communities, we are expanding access to trusted information, strengthening local systems and creating opportunities for healthier, more resilient communities.
20
Community Vital Information Kiosks
100,000+
Community Members Reached
60+
Peer Community Advisors
The establishment of the Community Vital Information Kiosks was made possible through the support of ViiV Healthcare Positive Action under the DEEPROOTS initiative. Youthplus is grateful for this partnership, which has laid the foundation for a growing community-centered model that brings trusted information, referrals and opportunities closer to where people live.
Stories from Communities
Behind every statistic is a story of resilience, partnership and hope. Explore how communities are creating lasting change through the Youthplus Community System.
Featured Communities
Kirombe Community
Kosovo Community
Nakawuka Community
Trusted by Partners
Working Together for Healthier and Stronger Communities
Proudly working alongside organizations committed to healthier, safer and more resilient communities.
Interested in partnering with us to create lasting community impact?
Let’s Build Stronger Communities Together
Whether you’re a donor, volunteer, community leader or partner, your support helps create healthier, safer and more resilient communities.
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