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DYCD · Agency plan

Department of Youth and Community Development

Preliminary REP pages 60-63

Plan area: Children, Youth, Older Adults & Families

1 Short-Term 1 Medium-Term 1 Long-Term

Mission & Commitment

The Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) is committed to connecting young people and communities with learning and development opportunities. DYCD administers the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP), Beacon programs, after-school programs, and a wide range of community development services. DYCD's racial equity goals focus on ensuring equitable access to youth programming, expanding opportunity in underserved communities, and building a diverse workforce.

Short-Term Goals

Increase capacity building of emerging nonprofit organizations to compete for opportunities and effectively manage contracts

Population focus: General

Goal ID: DYCD-G01

Medium-Term Goals

Increase awareness and understanding of DYCD’s programs and strengthen community voice by expanding opportunities for input that informs decision-making

Population focus: General

Goal ID: DYCD-G02

Long-Term Goals