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New Avenue Youth

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"Gaming for Glory" 

As a proud community partner, New Avenue Inc. collaborates with Gamers Island to help fund and support impactful esports, STEM, and youth development programming. Through this partnership, the Gaming for Glory program operates year-round, delivering a comprehensive suite of services within safe, welcoming brick-and-mortar spaces.

Together, we provide youth and young adults with a secure and engaging environment where they can learn, build skills, and connect with positive influences—especially during critical times such as after school, on weekends, and throughout school breaks. By maintaining a consistent and supportive presence, this partnership is committed to reducing violence and creating meaningful opportunities that empower youth and strengthen our community.

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• Job Readiness and Career Training

• Technology and Gaming Skills Development

• Violence Prevention Through Structured Activities.

• Job Placement and Continued Employment

• Partnerships with Schools and Community Organizations

Key components of the program include:

Youth Broadcasting & Media Empowerment Program

In collaboration with Beat District Radio - KBDR

The Youth Broadcasting & Media Empowerment Program is a transformative media training initiative designed to equip youth (ages 13-18) in St. Louis with technical skills, hands-on experience, and career pathways in broadcasting, podcasting, and digital media. By blending artistic expression, cultural storytelling, and technical media training, this program ensures that St. Louis youth have access to creative outlets, career pathways, and community engagement opportunities in the arts and media industry.

Youth Advisory Board

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Senator Brian Williams

School Break Camps

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Youth Engagement 

Our youth engagement project helps students learn and develop through participation in organized service. Meeting the needs of their communities through simulations, field trips, also local and celebrity Guest Speakers.

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Our youth mentorship program aligns youth ages 16 - 20 with mentors within their communities. Mentors will help the development of a positive relationships with frequent reflective dialogues, so that the mentees can reach their full potential as leaders and productive citizens.

 

Youth Mentorship 

 

Eccentric Dance Team

Eccentric Divine is a St. Louis-based Dance Group that was created for youth who are passionate about the art of dance. New members are always welcome, at every level, so get in touch to find out what you need to do in order to join.

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Media

New Avenue Incorporated is a non-profit, 501c3 charitable organization open to all people, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, ability or income. Our mission is to open doors for families through programs that build a healthy spirit and a positive mind.

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