Save Our Sons and Daughters Program

Save our Sons and Daughters personal development program is for young people ages 13–24 who are working to overcome barriers at school, at home, in the workplace, or in the community. Through one-on-one support, peer connection, group mentoring, and counseling-based guidance, participants build the skills, confidence, and support network needed to make positive decisions and move toward long-term success.

The program helps participants strengthen conflict resolution, de-escalation, emotional intelligence, stress management, and anger awareness skills. Participants also receive life skills training, financial literacy education, job readiness support, health and wellness resources, and mindfulness tools that promote self-confidence, personal responsibility, and self-sufficiency.

As participants progress, we assist with job placement support and continued guidance to help them pursue meaningful employment and stay on track toward their goals. The program also includes access to the Men’s Community Closet, which provides professional attire for interviews, work, and other important life moments.

Memphis Urban League’s goal is to help young people see what is possible, prepare for what comes next, and build a stronger future for themselves, their families, and the Memphis community.

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(CPSP) Career Pathways Summer Program

The Career Pathways Summer Program is a four-week paid summer experience designed to help rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors prepare for college, work, and life after high school. The program combines job readiness training, professional skill-building, and hands-on career exploration to help students understand their options and take practical steps toward their future.

Participants receive training in communication, teamwork, problem-solving, workplace expectations, professional conduct, resume preparation, interview readiness, and financial literacy. The program connects students to career pathways in industries with strong workforce demand, helping them identify opportunities that match their interests, skills, and future goals. Participants gain introductory training that can help them make informed decisions about employment, college, technical training, or other postsecondary pathways.

By the end of the program, students leave with stronger workplace skills, greater confidence, and a clearer understanding of how to pursue opportunities that align with their interests and goals. The Career Pathways Program supports Memphis youth as they prepare to enter the workforce, continue their education, and become productive, thriving leaders in their communities.