African Young Dreamers Empowerment Programs Intl.

2024 Snowflake
Gala

This year’s theme equips youth with emotional intelligence, self-regulation, and conflict management tools to tackle diverse challenges.
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2022 MET
Gala

Celebrating youth brilliance, resilience, creativity, cultural pride, leadership, community impact, and innovation, honoring their journeys and limitless potential.
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AYDEPI'S

Thematic Areas

Health

AYDEPI empowers underserved youth through mentorship, skill-building, tutoring, and leadership development, fostering academic success and community impact.

Education K-12

AYDEPI empowers underserved youth through mentorship, skill-building, tutoring, and leadership development, fostering academic success and community impact.

Advocacy

AYDEPI’s advocacy programs empower youth with leadership, civic knowledge, and public speaking skills to drive meaningful community change.

Culture

AYDEPI’s cultural initiatives empower youth by celebrating heritage, fostering identity, promoting diversity, and strengthening community through intercultural exchange.

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Our Vision

AYDEPI aims to create sustainable measures to build resilience in vulnerable African, African/American youth.

Our Mission

AYDEPI's mission is to empower youth of color, especially immigrants and refugees, through leadership development, education, mentorship, and community engagement. We aim to build resilience, promote advocacy, and create pathways for youth to become active changemakers for social justice and community well-being.

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2025-2026 Programmatic Campaigns

Youth Mental Health and Wellness

Target Audience: Youth ages 12-25, along with their families. Estimated Number of Youth: 100-150 youth directly involved in workshops, peer support groups, and mental health…

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Education and Career Readiness

Target Audience: High school students, college-bound youth, and their families. Estimated Number of Youth: 100-150 youth participating in college preparation workshops, career readiness training, internships,…

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Environmental Justice and Sustainability

Target Audience: Youth and community members of all ages, especially those in environmental justice communities. Estimated Number of Youth: 75-100 youth actively engaged in environmental…

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AYDEPI is a Non Profit Organisation that aims to Enrich, Enhance & Empower the lives of African Descendants based in Washington State.

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AYDEPI's Journey:
Building on Past Experiences

Partners

Partnerships & Collaboration

African Young Dreamers Empowerment Program Intl.—amplifying youth voice and resilience.

AYDEPI continues to strategize the best ways to include youth and their perspective on areas where change is needed. Over the course of 2020, they have held online forums and distributed questionnaires to gauge what youth need or struggled with during the pandemic. The responses were also shared in a video series on AYDEPI’s  social media that includes testimony from youth as well as advice from community professionals in education and business.
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Symposium Highlights Immigrant and BIPOC-Driven Environmental Justice Initiatives

"We did an assessment in 2019 whereby the youth suggested that they be given a space — a space where they can express themselves without fear or stigmatization," Kiraguri explained.
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COVID‑19 relief funds available for WSU immigrant communities statewide

Okech said the funding helped her pay for expenses such as housing, books, fees, and food that aren’t covered by her financial aid. She wants students and all immigrants to know the fund is a legitimate opportunity for those who qualify.
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What does pulling ivy have to do with mental health?

Many participants shared that volunteering at events like this builds a sense of empowerment, strengthens family and community relationships and provides a feeling of responsibility for something outside of themselves and their home.
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Upcoming Events

AYDEPI Blogs & Articles

From Mentees to Mentors: The Power of Peer-Led Coaching in AYDEPI

  At the African Young Dreamers Empowerment Program International (AYDEPI), we believe that true leadership begins within the community. Our Bridge to Harmony men’s-only mentorship program is a living testament to that belief—a space where […]

AYDEPI Youth: Leading the Charge for a Greener Future in 2025

Introduction In 2025, AYDEPI’s youth activists are at the forefront of environmental change, proving that passion and collective action can transform communities. Through hands-on projects—from tree planting to park cleanups—our young leaders are not just […]

Dreamers in Action: How Soccer is Shaping the Next Generation of Leaders

The Dreamers in Action Soccer Program is not just about soccer—it’s a powerful youth incubator that goes beyond athleticism to focus on mentorship, leadership, and community building. At its heart, this dynamic program is designed […]

The Beauty of Our African Roots

The Beauty of Our African Roots event, hosted by AYDEPI in June 2024, was a remarkable celebration of culture and community. Youth, parents, partners, and friends gathered to honor Africa’s rich traditions through vibrant music, captivating dance, […]

Bridge to Harmony

The Bridge to Harmony: Young Kings Mentorship Program, led by Coach Anthony Curtis, Executive Director of the Black Equality Coalition, has made a significant impact on 50 boys in South King County. Focusing on self-regulation, […]

FAFSA and WASFA Application Support

Aydepi’s Young Mentors played a crucial role in supporting their peers with FAFSA and WASFA applications, helping underrepresented and low-income students navigate the often complex financial aid process. These mentors, trained to understand the intricacies […]

Achievements

1012

Youths directly supported

16100

Community outreach members reached through social media

21

Youth leaders

8

Partnerships