OUR PROGRAMS
ACANEA Community Alliance offers youth development programs that combine leadership, wellness, arts, and real-world learning experiences.
Our programs are designed for middle and high school students ages 14–18, with a maximum of 20 students per program to ensure personal attention, mentorship, and a safe learning environment.
Through community collaboration, expressive arts, and hands-on projects, students build confidence, resilience, creativity, and leadership skills.
Program Structure
Ages: 14–18 years old
Group size: Max 20 students per program
Format: Workshops, events, and project-based learning
Includes mentorship, wellness activities, and creative work
Programs available for schools, youth organizations, and community groups
Youth Leadership & Skills Program
Utica Walkathon
A youth-led initiative that develops leadership, teamwork, wellness, and community engagement through real event planning and participation.
Students help organize and participate in the Utica Walkathon at the Park while learning responsibility, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Activities
Leadership training
Event planning experience
Community service
Wellness activities (walking, yoga, Tai Chi, mindfulness)
Teamwork exercises
Public event participation
Goal
Develop life skills, confidence, and community connection.
Good for
Schools
Summer programs
Youth groups
Leadership programs
Youth Media Lab Program
A hands-on creative program where students learn photography, videography, and digital storytelling while documenting real community projects.
Students visit different locations, create meaningful content, and learn technical and creative skills.
Activities
Photography training
Video recording
Editing and storytelling
Interviews and documentation
YouTube / media projects
Community content creation
Goal
Build creativity, communication skills, and career awareness.
We are looking for partners
Schools
Organizations
Businesses
Community programs
We invite institutions to allow youth to create media stories in your location.
ACANEWS | ACA ECO | ACA SPIND
Culture of Peace
Youth Transformation Program
A wellness and expressive arts program designed to help youth develop emotional awareness, confidence, and a sense of belonging through movement, art, and mindfulness.
The program was created in response to the growing emotional challenges affecting young people, offering a safe space where youth can accept themselves, express their feelings, and learn healthy ways to manage stress and frustration.
Through dance, art, reflection, and community projects, students learn to understand who they are, connect with others, and use their creativity to build something meaningful. Activities such as labyrinth creation, movement, and collaborative art encourage teamwork, patience, and self-discovery while contributing to the community.
Inspired by participatory learning approaches, the program connects mind, body, emotions, and community, helping youth develop resilience, communicate without violence, and grow with confidence.
Activities
Dance and movement workshops
Mindfulness and emotional awareness
Art and creative projects
Labyrinth creation
Group reflection
Public performance or art installation
Goal
Help youth build resilience, empathy, and self-confidence.
Good for
Schools
After-school programs
Community centers & Youth organizations
“To the youth whose voices plant the seeds of hope for a better future.
May their words and actions echo across the world as a call for peace.”
~aca
Whatever you're building, we're here to help you take the first step with confidence.
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Contact Us
We would love to hear from you!
Whether you have questions about our programs, are interested in partnering with us, or would like to get involved in our community initiatives, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
