Youth Leadership and Engagement - WellShare International
Resource Name:Youth Leadership and Engagement - WellShare International
address
122 West Franklin Avenue, Suite 510, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Eligibility
Somali middle and high school students residing in Minneapolis
Hours
9 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday
(612)230-3364
Voice
Interpretation services
Somali; interpreters available
Application process
Call
Service area
Minneapolis, MN
Other Information
Program Fees
- No Fee
Languages
- Somali
The program uses the arts, health sciences, and personal development practices to engage immigrant youth in ways that are often unavailable in traditional school settings. Supports participants in developing healthy lifestyles, leadership skills, and social-emotional well-being while also promoting academic success.Builds strong intergenerational relationships and takes an active role in transforming their communities. Through this work, a strong sense of family and community connectedness is fostered. Many program graduates return as volunteers, mentors, or staff, strengthening long-term community leadership and continuity. The program provides a safe and supportive space to explore personal interests, develop innate talents, and grow as confident leaders.
Last Assured
12/23/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
WellShare International
Partners with communities and health care providers to design, implement, and evaluate health programs that respond to the needs of underserved communities in Minnesota and East Africa which aim to reduce health disparities and provide community members with the essential knowledge and care they need to take charge of their own health.