Mayors Youth Academy

Launched by Mayor Jones in 2010, The Mayor’s Youth Academy is designed to develop Richmond’s Future leaders and workforce. The Academy serves Richmond youth ages 14-19 years old. The mission of the Mayor’s Youth Academy is to provide development opportunities to youth throughout the city of Richmond. The program includes: job readiness training, leadership development, exposure to entrepreneurship, mentoring, and post-secondary career exploration. The goal is to develop Richmond’s future workforce into determined, successful citizens who will one day become our city’s leaders.

For more information: (804) 646-7480.