Together, we make a difference
A strategic vision for empowering the youth population in New Mexico.
New mexico is ranked #50 for education in the united states
New Mexico has the highest rate of 16 to 24 year olds who are not in school or working in the country.
our commitment
To provide holistic, wraparound services tailored to meet the unique needs of each community we serve.
Our goal is not just to be present in your communities but to be a complementary force, enhancing the great work already being done.
youth rising is coming to Hobbs, New Mexico!
We are thrilled to announce that we have secured seed funding to lay the groundwork for our first Drop-In center in Hobbs.
The drop-in will provide a safe, inclusive environment for youth/young adults aged 11-25, offering access to technology, leadership and workforce development programs, educational support, non-clinical mental health services, and screenings and referrals to needed services.
We are seeking partners in law enforcement, juvenile justice, behavioral health, shelter, faith-based groups, schools, mental health providers, business groups, and other youth-serving organizations.
how can you get involved?
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Strategic partners
We are actively looking for organizations and community leaders that we can join forces with to reach the youth population.
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Volunteers
Are you passionate about working with youth? Youth Rising is able to advance our mission due to the incredible work of our generous volunteers.
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peer advocates & specialists
Are you a peer-advocate specialist? Have you had formal training in serving with young adults? We are seeking specialists to come alongside to empower youth and young adults.
Career opportunities
Regional Program Director
We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Regional Program Director to spearhead new program sites in New Mexico. This position is ideal for a human services professional with a background in social work, youth programs, mental health, or the juvenile justice system, aiming for a leadership role in program management and community engagement.
Youth Program Coordinator/Peer Advocate
This key role involves assisting with the coordination of youth-focused projects and activities across five counties, supporting the supervision at our drop-in center, and engaging directly with middle school, high school, and young adult populations. The Coordinator/Advocate will work under the guidance and support of the Regional Program Director and is particularly suited to individuals with personal lived experience in the juvenile justice system, mental health challenges, or homelessness.
Community
trainings &
Outreach
We plan to launch in-person, hybrid, and remote community trainings and outreach services across Lea, Chaves, Curry, Roosevelt, and Eddy Counties in 2025.
Over time, we will expand our services to support justice involved youth. Most importantly, our aim is to enhance the resources available to your communities and work in harmony with the great efforts already underway.
Our model is designed to foster personal growth and leadership skills in a supportive setting.
“A youth came to us after he lost his job for discrimination and needed assistance to file an inquiry with the Idaho Human Rights Commission. We empowered him advocate for himself and his right not to be discriminated against for having a disability and helped him navigate obtaining new employment. He now has two new jobs that both pay better."
