Little Village Reconnection Hub
Our mission is to create a safe and empowering environment where youth ages 16–24 are supported in their growth, education, and career paths—emerge as a confident leaders who contribute to the strength and well-being of their communities. Through meaningful engagement and holistic support. We are committed to helping youth realize their full potential.
Crear un entorno seguro y empoderador donde jóvenes de 16 a 24 años reciban apoyo en su crecimiento, educación y trayectoria profesional, para que se conviertan en líderes seguros que contribuyan al fortalecimiento y el bienestar de sus comunidades. A través de una participación significativa y un apoyo integral, nos comprometemos a ayudar a los jóvenes a alcanzar su máximo potencial.
Violence Prevention
Violence Prevtntion Program works with youth refred to SER’s comprehensive initiative to fully develop the potential of youth, SER believes that these young individuals have the ability to become productive and thriving members of society if given the necessary support and resources. VP helps youth identify, pursue and achieve their academic, job and career goals. Here at SER’s programs offer intensive career coaching and case management services, GED classes, job readiness ( Passport to Sucess), work-based learning, transportation, restorative justice, service learning projects, leadership training and much more.
Ages 16 to 24, which are at risk of not transitioning educationally and emotionally successfully into adulthood. SER targets youth from low-income, underserved communities, including many who are ex-offenders and/or gang-affected.
Little Village Youth Safety Network
Central States SER provides an after school program focused on College & Career Readiness to high school students (9th-12th grade) CPS youth residing in Little Village neighborhood. Workshops are facilitated on topics such as: job/career readiness, finacnical literacy,college transistion and vocational training, as well as scholaarship application assistance to increase college participation in students.
High School Students (freshmen, sophomore, junior, and senior) CPS enrolled, residing in Little Village neighborhood.
GED & Job Readiness
Free program running 5 days to work with youth in small groups and individually to prepare them for the 4 sections of the GED Exam: English Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies and Science, and to provide them with Job Readiness Skills.
17 to 24 year old youth without a high school diploma from low-income households in Cook County.
CYSC Photography Course
"OUR SKILL CURRICULUM COVERS THE FOLLOWING SKILLS SET: CONTENT CREATION, MARKETING PHOTOSHOP & LIGHTROOM PROFECCIENCY , EXECUTING BUSINESS PLANS, COMMUNITY SERVICE"
Youth ages 16-24 in Chicago.
One Summer
Program serves Chicago residents that are in school, out of school and that are justiced-involved between 16-24
Youth ages 16-24 in Chicago.
Our Services
Academic Services
Employment Assistance
Mentorship/ Mental Health referral
Conduct enrichment activities
Resource cultivation and navigation with 1:1 support
Youth must be 16 – 24 years of age
