Courageous Sailing Center for Youth, Inc.
Ben Jamieson is an accomplished academic services manager currently overseeing job training programs in Biomedical Sciences and IT for low- to moderate-income adults at Just-A-Start Corporation since January 2021. With a rich background in academic advising and educational support, Ben has held roles such as Senior Academic Counselor at Boston University - Metropolitan College and Academic Advisor at Harvard Extension School, providing guidance to a diverse range of students. In addition to these positions, Ben has experience as a classroom teacher and private tutor with The Princeton Review, focusing on standardized test preparation. Ben's previous roles also include serving as an Assistant Director of Graduate Programs at the University of Virginia and as a Residence Director at Keene State College, reflecting strong leadership and student advocacy skills in various educational settings. Ben holds an M.S. in College Student Personnel from Miami University and a BA in Religious Studies from the University of Virginia.
Courageous Sailing Center for Youth, Inc.
Courageous Sailing's mission is to transform children's lives through sailing programs that inspire learning, personal growth and leadership. Courageous Sailing was established in 1987 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit in a joint effort between the City of Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the late South Boston sailing enthusiast Harry McDonough. Courageous Sailing has since grown into a dynamic, multi-faceted educational facility serving over 1,000 at-risk and disadvantaged children each year. Through the organization’s Courage Curriculum, young sailors develop essential leadership competencies in personal responsibility, communication, problem-solving, teamwork and stewardship. Demand for Courageous Sailing’s programs is at a record high with close to two-thirds (600) of the eager young children who attempt to register for our summer program being turned away due to a lack of sufficient capacity. At Courageous, we are committed to building community around the sport of sailing, and providing the community with some of the best, and most affordable sailing opportunities on Boston Harbor. Our reach extends beyond children, through our adult membership program. As a US Sailing Keelboat School, we offer a full range of courses for novices and experts alike, taught by only the highest quality instructors. Our membership options are extremely convenient and affordable, providing easy access to our fleet and Boston Harbor, from May through October. And the benefits of membership at Courageous includes so much more, from racing and barbecues, to moonlight sails and camping trips, to great discounts on courses.