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Black Teens in Action 2026 Cohort

January 20, 2026 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Black Teens in Action is a youth driven, in-person program where Black teens can grow, connect, and take action together. Over four weeks, participants will design and lead a community service project that makes a real impact—whether it’s hosting a block party, organizing a cleanup, or preparing meals for those in need.

Youth will meet once a week for three weeks to plan, gain leadership and advocacy skills, build relationships, and explore their cultural identity through meaningful discussions and team-building activities. The final fourth week is dedicated to bringing their project to life in the local BIPOC community.

Youth will receive a stipend of $550 for their time and leadership if they participate in the entire program. Dinner will be provided at each meeting.

To qualify for Black Teens in Action, teens need to be:

  • Between 13-17 years-old
  • Identify as Black or African American
  • Have been adopted, or currently in Foster Care or Kinship Care in Minnesota.

This program can only accommodate 10 youth on a first come first serve, all other youth will be waitlisted.

Dates:

  • January 6, 2026
  • January 13, 2026
  • January 20, 2026
  • January 27, 2026

Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm

Location: Storehouse Grocers in St. Paul (subject to change)

UMOJA MN is a MN Department of Children, Youth and Families funded program for families and caregivers of Black children and youth who are adopted or fostered in MN.

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Registration is required
Yes
Regions served:
Metro
Encouraged to attend
Youth (11-18)

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