What we do

Our programs

The NewLife Program©

The NewLife Program© integrates mentoring, education, health and wellness, economic development, and leadership development. Our program provides diverse activities focused on fostering personal growth and success. Tailored for youth aged 7 – 16, our program is meticulously designed by educators and led by our talented Ambassadors, aged 16 - 26.

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The NewLife Programs©

NEWLIFE
REGENERATION
PROGRAM©

RYP Signature Program, “The NewLife ReGeneration Program©,” is a comprehensive four-module course meticulously crafted to empower and guide participants in diverse facets such as social development, employment, entrepreneurship, health and wellness, and civic engagement. This innovative program offers an interactive learning environment fostering personal growth, skill development, and empowerment through various methods, including engaging group activities and enlightening guest speakers. By the program’s culmination, participants are anticipated to emerge as confident, capable, and socially responsible leaders poised to effect positive change within their communities and society.

NEWLIFE STEAM
BRIDGE
PROGRAM©

Empowering youth aged 7-16 to pursue STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) opens doors to explore further studies and careers in these fields. Led by university students, the program provides role models and mentorship to inspire their future pursuits in STEAM.

NEWLIFE YOUTH
ECONOMIC
EMPOWERMENT
PROGRAM©

Generational wealth starts with education. Financial literacy empowers youth to make informed decisions, enabling entrepreneurship and access to higher education. Equipping them with these tools unlocks doors to pursue dreams and seize opportunities, leading to their full potential.

NEWLIFE DREAM UP PROGRAM©

The NewLife Dream Up Program© is built on a deep commitment to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for young individuals within the African Diaspora. It serves as a refuge where participants can openly share their stories, seek guidance, and embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery.

Dream Up© - because every dream deserves a chance to flourish.

The program revolves around three core pillars:

  1. NewLife Dream Up Mentoring Program©:
    Led by dedicated ambassadors, this pillar provides tailored mentorship to empower participants along their unique paths to success.

  2. NewLife Mental Wellness Program©:
    At the heart of the program lies a focus on promoting mental well-being. Through this pillar, participants gain access to transformative experiences such as the RYP Youth Summit and Youth Retreat. These initiatives, designed for individuals aged 8-18, offer a carefully curated blend of mental wellness activities, fostering personal growth, community connection, and self-discovery.

  3. NewLife Leadership©:
    This pillar is dedicated to empowering participants to become leaders within their communities and beyond. Through leadership training, skill-building workshops, and opportunities for civic engagement, participants develop the confidence and capabilities to effect positive change in society. Moreover, professionals aged 28 to 35 are encouraged to serve as positive role models and mentors for individuals aged 16 to 24. By participating in the NewLife Dream Up Program©, these accomplished individuals contribute to young people’s social, emotional, and educational development, promoting leadership and academic success. The NewLife Leadership© aims to set a higher standard of excellence for young professionals while also making a tangible difference in the lives of young people by connecting them with inspirational mentors and lifelong support networks.

You’re welcomed into our family when you become a part of the Realize Your Potential Youth Society. In addition to our Mentoring, Education, Health and Wellness, Economic Development, and Leadership Development programs, we pledge to support all our students in every way possible, including:

Community Engagement:

We offer mentorship and development opportunities to foster strong relationships with community members, share knowledge, and develop lifelong connections.

Systemic Advocacy:

On behalf of our communities, we are committed to ensuring that the systems we interact with bring about progressive policy and practice changes.

Intersectionality:

We empower the community’s diverse voices to ensure we stay connected to the pulse of descendants of the black Diaspora communities and continue to focus on the issues that matter.

RYP Spring Forward Scholarships

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Cornwall-Greenidge First Generation Scholarship

Supporting students who are the first in their family to pursue post-secondary education.
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Skilled Trades Scholarship

This scholarship is presented to outstanding students who wish to pursue a skilled trade.
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RYP Humanitarian Award

This award is provided to students at risk of being forced to leave their studies due to lack of financing.
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Teaching and Teacher Education Scholarship

Honoring students aspiring to pursue careers in education.

    Black youth, just like me, need a community of people like them to listen and show them that they are more than just their color. A place to hone their skills, where they are supported.
    RYP is already achieving this.

    RYP Ambassador