West Jackson CDC Graduates 50 Participants

YouthBuild is a youth and community development program hosted by the West Jackson CDC. Last week, they graduated 50 participants from the program. Pictures from the graduation can be found below.

The YouthBuild program serves young people ages 16-24 and they work toward their GED and other leadership
development skills. Participants help their communities by building affordable housing while learning various skills through out the eight month course.

For more information about the program, please call Linda Carter at 601-352-6993.


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1 Comment on West Jackson CDC Graduates 50 Participants

  1. Outstanding achievements! What a rewarding program for our youth to reestablish their lives!

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