Communities In Schools of Richmond
Joshua Young has extensive experience in social work and education, with a focus on serving at-risk populations. Currently serving as a Social Work Intern at Communities In Schools of Richmond since September 2015, Joshua engages in case management and program development for students at Fairfield Middle School. Previous roles include a Service-Learning Teacher Assistant at Virginia Commonwealth University, where Joshua facilitated group discussions and mentorship for service learning students, and a Summer Camp Counselor at Brilliant Summer, leading creative programs for young campers. Additional internships at Friends Association for Children and Vasilios Community Development Corporation involved mentoring youth and assisting with program operations. Joshua’s experience as a Corps Member with AmeriCorps NCCC further highlights a commitment to community service and collaboration for disaster preparedness and educational outreach. Joshua holds a degree from Virginia Commonwealth University, completed in 2016.
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Communities In Schools of Richmond
Communities In Schools of Richmond surrounds students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. CIS of Richmond works in 40 schools throughout the City of Richmond and Henrico County. We help kids stay in school by identifying and addressing unmet needs of children and families -- needs that when left unanswered, contribute to the dropout rate. Whether it's eyeglasses, tutoring, or a safe place to be after school, when basic needs are met, students can concentrate on what's really important -- learning. Rather than duplicating services or competing with other youth-serving organizations, CIS of Richmond identifies and mobilizes existing community resources and fosters cooperative partnerships to deliver Five Basics for students and families: CIS of Richmond Five Basics 1) a safe place to learn and grow 2) one-to-one relationship with a caring adult 3) a healthy start and a healthy future 4) a marketable skill upon graduation 5) a chance to give back to peers and community CIS of Richmond targets Richmond's high poverty neighborhoods to make a difference in the lives of our most fragile residents.