Phillip Jackson Youth Mentorship Program (PJYMP): Spring Registration Now Open

The Phillip Jackson Youth Mentorship Program, or PJYMP is a new community-based program in partnership with The Civic Knowledge Project and University of Chicago Black Grad Coalition.

For 7-10 weeks each quarter, a cohort of approximately 10-15 middle school and high school students from the South and West sides of Chicago come together to participate in a program centering opportunities for personal growth, community engagement, and leadership development.

Participants are matched with a mentor of color from UChicago and, together, they meet weekly to hear presentations from local leaders, educators, and activists. In addition, they attend regular civic excursions--visiting organizations and historical sites that have been integral to the support, growth, and advancement of the Black community in Chicago.

Phillip Jackson Youth Mentorship Program (PJYMP) alongside Guest speaker Briana Payton.