The Youth Business Alliance
formed in 2012 and provides a year-long, four-part course to high school youth. In the YBA program, students learn soft skills, workforce readiness, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship skills to prepare them for their career trajectories. In addition, students hear from volunteer guest speakers who share their life stories and professional careers, and take field trips for behind-the-scenes visits to local businesses.
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Our programs are designed to further our mission and provide much needed services for our constituents.
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Fundraisers and events help us raise awareness and generate crucial resources to serve our community. Join us at our next event and see how you can get involved.
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Improve your community by joining our cause. You'd be surprised what a huge difference your time can make.
Become A Volunteer.
Empowering Youth In Our Communities
Students learn soft skills, career development, financial literacy and entrepreneurship in a classroom setting, while being connected with industry professionals from the community weekly.
Our impact this year has changed youths lives!
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School Partners
21
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Volunteers
275
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Students Served
2,400
Industries in Our Network
YBA is always looking to tap into new industries!
- Business & Finance
- Tech
- The Arts
- Science & Engineering
- Medicine
- Entrepreneurship
FAQs
Want to Learn More About YBA?
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I am interested in supporting the YBA. What are the first steps?
The most common first step is to apply to be a guest speaker. It will give you the opportunity to see our program in action. Go to www.youthbizalliance.org/speakers to apply and gain access to our speaking calendar. The speaking slots take place throughout the school day. Choose a date(s) and upload your presentation.
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What is my commitment as a YBA Guest Speaker?
Once you sign up for a speaking slot, please know that the students are counting on you! If you must cancel, please work with us to find a replacement from among your colleagues or your company. Some of our guest speakers speak once a year while others speak at more than one location.
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Where are your schools?
YBA schools and partner organizations are mainly in the Greater Los Angeles area.
What Makes Us Unique
About YBA
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YBA Curriculum
Students learn soft skills, career development, financial literacy and entrepreneurship in a classroom setting
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Speakers
Students are connected with industry professionals from the community weekly
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Field Trips
Students get to observe the behind-the-scenes operations of companies and small businesses
What people are saying about YBA:
Youth Business Alliance helps students discover their dreams and embrace their brilliance through real-world business experiences that build confidence, career opportunities and life-changing skills.
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YBA Teacher, Sue Chae | Rise Kohyang HS, College CounselorFor the past seven years, the Youth Business Alliance has equipped our students with financial literacy and work readiness skills. From providing guest speakers from a wide range of industries as well as supporting with resume workshops, mock interviews, and Shark Tank, the Youth Business Alliance has been a truly invaluable resource.
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YBA Student Leader, Peyton MeeksYBA was one of the programs that helped me open my eyes to see that I am somebody who can do whatever I put my mind to. They are helping me get closer to my dream of going to college and becoming a nurse practitioner. I believe YBA even gave me motivation to keep following my dreams.
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Isis Soriano, 10th Grade | YBA Students, Alliance Neuwirth Academy High SchoolMy favorite topic was budgeting. It really made an impact to me when I think about my future and how to save money. The most challenging topic was the networking because I am very shy but I am also very thankful for YBA because it has helped me get out of my shell.
