For Youth Initiative (FYI) Information

For Youth Initiative (FYI) is a community based charity that has served, inspired and advocated for thousands of teens and young adults in York South-Weston since 1995 and have now expanded to support youth in Oakwood-Vaughan as well. Our multi-service agency provides year-round programs and services to local youth to meet their needs and empower them to reach their full potential. Every young person’s journey is unique and their needs are too. Our case management model meets young people where they are and helps them get to where they want to be. Our programs and services are designed to support youth to graduate high school, enroll in post-secondary education, gain employment and prepare for adulthood. OUR MISSION supporting Black, racialized and newcomer youth to navigate systemic barriers, plan for the future and access the resources and mentorship they need to thrive OUR VISION Ending the cycle of inequity OUR VALUES Respect. We treat others with kindness, patience and empathy. Allowing others to feel heard & valued. Inclusion. We embrace all aspects of diversity and involve others openly. Building community together. Collaboration. We work together, share with others and learn from each other. Connecting to create better outcomes. Integrity. We demonstrate courage, transparency and honesty. Doing what is right, not what is easy. Curiosity. We approach everything with open minds and inquisitive spirits. Bringing an authentic desire to learn.