by Alicia Vermeer | Dec 23, 2014 | Check this out!, News
Below are the initial plans for our downstairs renovation at our CYC offices! CYC has been chosen for the 2014-2015 Greater Des Moines Leadership Institute project. The space will be converted into a “youth enrichment center” with computers, reading nooks, artwork displays, and fun! We are very excited about this opportunity! If you would like more information, a tour, or would like to get involved please contact our director Amy Croll at amy@cyconcepts.org. Stay tuned for further...
by Alicia Vermeer | Dec 3, 2014 | News
Did you know CYC is currently partnering to evaluate the impact of youth engagement in service learning on academic outcomes? Preliminary results from CYC’s pilot group for this research shows that 73% of youth who participated in service learning had an improved GPA. Additional data expanding on these findings will be available at the end of this academic year. During this month of “thanks” we are reminded of the village of supporters who have been a part of CYC’s journey to empower, equip, and engage youth across Iowa. To the more than 200 donors and allies of our work, we resoundingly say “Thank you!” Because of your support we are able to connect with more than 4,000 youth annually and help prepare them for ongoing success in school, work, and life. If you would like to learn more about CYC and how you can get involved, please contact us! Best regards and Happy Thanksgiving, friends! Below is a link to rest of our November Newsletter.  See what’s happening at CYC!...
by Alicia Vermeer | Oct 29, 2014 | Uncategorized
Community Youth Concepts is having a Holiday Party on Tuesday, December 9th from 5:30-7:00. There will be games, holiday goodies, crafts and other fun activities. Doors will open at 5:00 and all are welcome! Gather your family, friends, and neighbors and get ready to dance, decorate, and celebrate our way into the Holiday...
by Alicia Vermeer | Sep 4, 2014 | Events, News
Join us to celebrate our move to our new home at 1446 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy in Des Moines! When: October 7th, 2014 3:30-5:00 PM Why: Tour our new space and learn about our Fall programs for youth! If your organization happens to have coffee cups, please bring one and we will exchange it for one of our new cups! RSVP: www.cyconceptscommunityopenhouse.eventbrite.com...
by Alicia Vermeer | Sep 3, 2014 | Check this out!, Opportunities
There are three opportunities CYC is offering this fall to better your youth development skills. Below are the descriptions and links to register! Sept. 30th 12-2 PM: Ask, Listen, Encourage Do you communicate with youth in a way that makes them feel supported and heard? This workshop introduces various communication techniques that help you build more supportive, youth-centered relationships. Participants learn how to ask more effective questions and actively listen in conversations. link to registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ask-listen-and-encourage-tickets-12920927843 Oct. 7th  6-8 PM: Answering Tough Questions Has a youth ever asked you a question that stopped you in your tracks, made you blush, or you lost sleep over? This training is for you! During this session, we will review the types of sensitive questions youth ask, discuss strategies for responding, and practice role-playing in a values-neutral method. Feel free to bring questions you’ve encountered as examples. link to registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/answering-tough-questions-tickets-12921445391 Oct. 13th 12-2 PM: Youth Voice Research shows that quality programs incorporate youth input at both activity and organizational levels. This workshop emphasizes the importance of offering real choices and meaningful participation to youth, and nurturing youth leadership. The workshop focuses on providing meaningful choice and opportunities for youth input within the youth program itself. link to...
