Youth & Family Empowerment
Presente
Standing strong.
The Presente Program empowers at risk youth ages 15 to 19 by offering a safe and supportive space where they can explore their strengths, build confidence, and unlock their full potential. Through dynamic workshops, outdoor cultural experiences, and community based projects, participants develop essential soft skills such as communication, teamwork, problem solving, and time management. These skills help prepare them for success in school, the workplace, and life.
Presente is more than a skills based program; it is a transformative experience. It helps youth recognize their worth, reclaim their narratives, and understand that they have the power to shape their own futures. Through this journey, they begin to see themselves as leaders not only in their own lives, but within their communities.
As one participant shared:
“I am so happy to be a part of Presente. If it weren’t for Presente, I never would have learned skills that will help me in the future.”
By investing in their growth, we are nurturing a new generation of confident, compassionate, and community driven changemakers.
Presente Alumni
Learning New Skills
The Presente Alumni Program is the next step for youth who have completed the Presente Fellowship and are ready to take their leadership to the next level. Alumni move beyond workshops and into real-world action, applying the skills they gained to shape change in their communities. Whether serving on commissions, partnering with local organizations, or leading initiatives that address urgent issues, Alumni are no longer just learning about leadership, they are practicing it.
This program is a powerful continuation of their journey. It transforms the confidence, resilience, and skills built in the Fellowship into action that influences policy, strengthens communities, and inspires others. Alumni emerge as advocates and changemakers who are committed to justice, equity, and creating opportunities for those who come after them.
By investing in our Alumni, we are fueling a generation of leaders who carry the spirit of Presente forward: fearless, compassionate, and determined to make a difference.
Partners for Success
Working with young people and their families.
The Partners for Success initiative, spearheaded by the Multicultural Center of Marin, serves as a guiding light for youth entangled in conflicts. Our program offers mentorship and direction to young individuals entwined in the juvenile justice system, aiding them in crafting a path toward success—from fulfilling their probation requirements to graduating high school, accessing employment opportunities, and gaining entry to college. We accomplish this through close collaboration with staff from the Juvenile Division of the Probation Department of Marin and our community partners.
A pivotal element of the Partners for Success initiative is our parent-partner program, meticulously designed to address the needs of young individuals within the context of their homes and families. We educate and empower parents, equipping them with the tools and resources necessary to effectively engage with the juvenile detention, mental health, and healthcare systems. Our collective efforts are fostering increased stability and enhanced quality of care for families and young individuals throughout Marin.