Who we are

With over 75 years of combined classroom and educational leadership experience, our founders and leaders have devoted their careers to transforming youth education.

The Youth Mentoring Action Network harnesses this deep teaching expertise to create an unparalleled approach to youth development - one that seamlessly weaves together personalized mentoring, innovative education, and holistic wellness programming.

Our unique model, shaped by decades of educational wisdom, empowers young people worldwide through transformative experiences that go far beyond traditional learning environments.

By combining veteran educators' insights with dynamic youth engagement strategies, we're building a global network where every young person can thrive through comprehensive mentoring, enriching educational opportunities, and wellness activities designed specifically for their growth and success.

Slide through and see why we're lowkey changing the game for youth worldwide. The glow up is real.

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Meet the Squad

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    Dr. Torie Weiston- Serdan

    Chief Visionary Officer

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    Dr. Gayle Weiston-Serdan

    Chief Music Officer

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    Jade Arceneaux

    Program Lead

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    Vee Kativhu

    YMAN Scholar

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    Krishna Kapoor

    Studio Engineer

Board of Directors

Steve Vassor - Co-Board Chair

Dominique Morgan - Co-Board Chair

Colton Wickham - Board Treasurer

Tunette Powell - Director

Jennifer Rosenberg - Director

Jennifer Sabbagh - Director

Brandi Fletcher Daniels - Director

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