CCHERS proudly supports a youth-led initiative designed to foster health sciences skills development and civic engagement. Through this impactful program, 8 to 10 young people participate in each summer vacation and afterschool cohort annually, gaining invaluable experience and insight into public health and community service.

This initiative is bolstered by a long-standing partnership with the Office of Youth Employment & Opportunity and its SuccessLink youth jobs program, ensuring meaningful opportunities for participants to grow and contribute.

The program is guided by three key objectives:

1. Exposing young people to the fields of public health and health careers, sparking interest and paving pathways for future success.
2. Equipping participants with foundational research skills to understand and address health inequities while promoting evidence-based policy change.
3. Engaging youth as proactive change agents in their communities, empowering them to make a difference through volunteerism, community organizing, and policy advocacy.

Through these efforts, CCHERS is cultivating a new generation of leaders, dedicated to improving community health and advancing equity in Boston and beyond.