Youth and Family Engagement
Developed to address both the civic engagement and achievement gaps experienced by many of the area's low-income students and youth, with the family support parents need to keep kids on track.
At Cultural Diversity Resources, we define success as more than meeting basic needs. It is about education, strengthening the individual, youth, and family, and fostering a collaborative, culturally rich community. CDR sponsors AmeriCorps VISTA members whose education work includes tutoring and after-school activities, and we work with Multicultural Alliance partners who run after-school, youth leadership, and mentoring programs.
For youth
- Tutoring and reading assistance
- After-school activities
- Direction and mentoring for students
- Youth leadership opportunities through partner programs
For families
- Childcare and parenting support referrals
- Help finding after-school and summer programs
- Connections to WIC, food, clothing, and housing assistance
- Interpreting for school meetings and enrollment
Partner programs
Youth programs across the Multicultural Alliance
CDR refers families to partner organizations so that no child waits for help we can arrange together.
New American Development Agency
After-school programs for youth, youth crime prevention, and education development, with help in English, Arabic, Somali, and Kiswahili.
Women Initiative Network of Liberia
Career mentoring for youth and teen moms, after-school programs for single mothers' children, and youth empowerment programs.
Ps and Qs Etiquette
The Leaderlicious Girls and Leaderboard Boys programs teach diversity, speaking out, leadership, and confidence.
More youth, school, and childcare resources are listed under Family and Youth resources.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Youth and Family Engagement for?
Students and families in the Fargo-Moorhead area, with a focus on low-income, immigrant, refugee, and BIPOC households. Parents, guardians, and organizations can all ask about the program.
Is there a cost?
CDR's youth and family services are free.
Can I request help in my language?
Yes. Tell us your preferred language on the form and we will arrange an interpreter through CDR's Metro Interpreters Resource Center.
How do I volunteer with youth programs?
Volunteers support tutoring, after-school activities, and cultural events. Start on the Get Involved page and mention youth activities in your interests.
Get started
Ask about this program
Tell us a little about yourself and what you need. A CDR team member will follow up by phone or email, with an interpreter if you prefer.