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Our Vision
Young Black and Brilliant (YB&B) envisions a future where every young person experiences the transformative power of literacy, empowering them to build confidence, create opportunities, and achieve lifelong success.
Testimonials
Here's what our Youth have to say:
"YB&B is very inviting. I have never felt left out!"
—Taina Harrison |YB&B member| 9th grade student
"I can be myself at YB&B, and people don't treat me differently. My favorite part is the food and the games we play during our sessions based on the book we're reading."
— Tahlor L.| YB&B Member | 9th grade student
"YB&B is a welcoming community where we can learn about our people and read books. One thing I enjoy the most is when we share our and highs and lows from the week during the session. It has helped me open up, listen to others, and understand what they're going through in their lives."
— Nayeelah J. |YB&B member | 6th grade student
Empowering Youth Through Literacy Enrichment, Leadership Development, Life Skills and Community Engagement.
Young Black and Brilliant is a youth development organization dedicated to fostering confidence, self-expression, and growth in young people. We remain committed to creating a space where young people feel supported, confident, and equipped to thrive.
YB&B Book Club -In Session
Fall 2026 Enrollment is Now Open!
Our 9 month Literacy Enrichment Program returns this September! Youth ages 11-16 will explore inspiring books by Black authors while building confidence, leadership skills, meaningful friendships, and life skills in a safe and supportive environment.
Our 9 month Literacy Enrichment Program returns this September! Youth ages 11-16 will explore inspiring books by Black authors while building confidence, leadership skills, meaningful friendships, and life skills in a safe and supportive environment.
We break the I.C.E in YOUthÂ
We INSPIREÂ our youth to be brilliant.
We CULTIVATE confidence and passion in our youth.
 We EMBRACE and support each child with open arms and
celebrate their uniqueness.
 We EMBRACE and support each child with open arms and
celebrate their uniqueness.
Young Black and Brilliant (YB&B) envisions a future where every young person experiences the transformative power of literacy, empowering them to build confidence, create opportunities, and achieve lifelong success.
Our MissionÂ
"Our mission is to foster personal growth and positive social connections among youth through literacy enrichment, leadership development, life skills, and community engagement.."
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