Youth Lifting Youth
Involving the youth, and making change!
What is the program about?
Maskan has created a youth leadership collective, guiding and empowering around 60 young participants via diverse community welfare campaigns. This initiative actively nurtures leadership capabilities among the youth, fostering their engagement in effecting positive change within the community.
Our Events & Initiatives
Mind Over Matter: Mental Health Expo
The Mind Over Matter Mental Health Expo is an annual event by Youth Lifting Youth, dedicated to raising awareness about youth mental health in immigrant communities. This dynamic expo provides young people with the opportunity to connect, share experiences, and learn valuable stress management techniques. By fostering open conversations, we aim to break the stigma surrounding mental health and equip youth with the tools they need to thrive.
Eid Treat Boxes: Spreading Joy & Giving Back
Our annual Eid Treat Boxes bring joy to Muslim families while supporting global humanitarian efforts. Filled with gourmet treats, these boxes make Eid more special while raising funds for various causes, such as the Gaza Emergency Appeal and aid for Yemeni refugees, turning a simple gift into meaningful impact.
Mental Health Mosaic: Piecing Together Perspectives
As part of our ongoing mission to promote mental well-being, Mental Health Mosaic brought together an esteemed panel of mental health professionals for an insightful discussion. Experts like Seema Khan (Certified Mindset & Emotional Coach), Noureen Tilly (Islamic Counselor & Transformational Life Coach), and Dahlia Mostafa (Award-Winning Certified Master Life Coach & Counselor) shared valuable perspectives on topics including Islamic views on mental health, trauma awareness, and navigating parent-child relationships in adulthood. Attendees engaged in meaningful dialogue, interactive activities, and games, making it a truly enriching experience.
Cricket for a Cause: Play with Purpose
Bringing together the spirit of sports and philanthropy, Cricket for a Cause is a community fundraiser our organization hosted at Riley Park. This exciting cricket tournament unites nearly 100 young athletes in friendly competition, all while raising funds for crucial causes. In our recent tournament, we proudly raised over $4,000 to support the Maskan Shelter, Gaza Emergency Appeal, and Kashmir Relief, proving that every game played can make a difference.
Mindscape Carnival with CKI: A Festival of Fun for a Cause
As part of Charity Week, a global initiative by Islamic Relief, we partnered with Kiwanis International to host the Mindscape Carnival Fundraiser. Designed to offer a blend of fun and purpose, the event featured stress relief activities, interactive art stations, tote bag making, and an exciting raffle. Through the generosity of our community, we raised $500 to support humanitarian efforts in Gaza, Sudan, and Congo, proving that small actions can lead to meaningful change.
Stampede Breakfast: Community, Culture & Connection
In collaboration with The Western Muslim Initiative, we hosted an unforgettable Stampede Breakfast, bringing the community together for a morning of fun, food, and festivities. Guests enjoyed delicious breakfast treats alongside exciting activities like lawn football, a bean bag toss, card games, kite decorating, and even axe throwing. All proceeds from this event were donated to Maskan Shelter, reinforcing our commitment to giving back to those in need.