We are proud and excited to share the story of Marie, a student in Hope Solutions’ Youth Enrichment Program and Los Medanos Village Apartments.
Marie has been a dedicated volunteer with Hope Solutions Youth Programs for the past three years, actively contributing to community building and youth development. During summer camps, Marie served as a Camp Counselor, designing and hosting a variety of engaging activities for campers. Her contributions have been instrumental to the success of the Youth Programs.
In addition to her volunteer work, Marie completed a leadership internship in June 2024 through Hope Solutions’ Youth Impact and Empowerment Leadership Development (YIELD) program. This initiative is designed to equip high school students in East Contra Costa County with leadership skills and raise awareness of juvenile justice risk and protective factors. The program aims to empower teens to take committed action as community leaders and prevent involvement in the juvenile justice system.
Looking ahead, Marie will attend the University of California, Berkeley in the fall of 2025, where she is poised to continue her leadership journey and community impact. We wish Marie the best on her exciting journey!