Pathways to Success
Through Pathways to Success, we connect youth to nine years of intensive, free year-round programming that uses culturally and linguistically responsive practices to capitalize on our young people's strengths and assets, such as bilingualism, high-aspirations, resiliency, and strong family and community ties. Our approach works in collaboration with families and a wide network of cross-sector partnerships to build young people’s skills and knowledge in the following areas:
• Education: Supports youth and their families on their journey from middle school through high school and on to college, with expertise in working with English learners.
• Civic Engagement: Elevates grassroots Latine leadership on issues affecting youth lives and opportunities, such as education reform, health inequity, and community building.
• Workforce Development: Prepares youth for careers in robust fields where Latines are underrepresented, including healthcare, public service, the arts, STEM, and entrepreneurship.
• Arts & Culture: Offers high-quality opportunities to create and experience art in a range of artistic disciplines, with a focus on Latine cultural traditions.
Empowerment
Through educational, cultural, social-emotional, and professional supports rooted in the community, Sociedad Latina empowers youth to succeed in school, build critical 21st- century and workforce development skills, take pride in their cultures, and engage in their community. With our Pathways model, youth and families grow long-term relationships with staff who consistently hold them to high standards and connect them with needed support services, both within Sociedad Latina and through our wide referral network.