Become a Partner!
Fuel the Movement. Invest in the Future of Black Youth.
Why Partner With BYEN?
BYEN is a national, youth-led organization committed to leadership development, community service, and advocacy.
We work with partners who:
- •Believe in youth-led change
- •Serve or support Black youth ages 16 to 24
- •Share our values of equity, collaboration, and cultural relevance
- •Want to co-create programs, campaigns, or events with lasting impact
Our Impact at a Glance
- •200+ Black youth engaged nationally since Spring 2025
- •Active 10+ chapter network growing along the Southeast and East Coast
- •Programs led by youth, shaped by lived experience
- •Track record of organizing, advocacy, and community building
- •Partnerships with HBCUs, schools, and youth-led groups
Ways to Partner
Host a Chapter
We partner with schools and community organizations to help launch and sustain local BYEN chapters. Hosts provide meeting space, guidance, and local context, while BYEN provides structure, training, and national support.
Co-Design Programs or Campaigns
From mental health initiatives to civic engagement drives, we welcome collaboration with organizations that want to align on mission and create innovative, youth-centered solutions.
Provide Mentorship or Workshops
If your organization can offer coaching, technical assistance, or professional development to BYEN members, we would love to connect.
Support Events or Retreats
We're always looking for partners to support our leadership retreats, youth summits, and training days through sponsorships, speakers, and in-kind support.
If you're ready to partner with a national movement that centers youth leadership, local impact, and cultural power — we want to hear from you.
Or email us at partners@wearebyen.org