Est. 1997 • Non-Profit Org • Vol. V
Equip. Encourage. Empower. — Winter Edition 2025
Programs & Initiatives
Feature Section
Focus on Health
Tobacco Control, Food, Fitness & Products
Our cornerstone initiative addresses the most pressing health challenges facing urban youth. This includes aggressive advocacy for Tobacco Control, ensuring access to healthy Food, promoting community Fitness, and vetting consumer Products for safety and integrity. We empower teens to be health ambassadors in their own neighborhoods.
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Focus on Environment
Environmental Justice & Air Quality
Addressing the environmental factors that impact our well-being. From monitoring local air quality to advocating for lead-free housing and green spaces, our teens lead the charge in ensuring every resident has a right to a clean, safe, and breathable environment.
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Focus on Safety
Community Protection & Fire Safety
Building stronger connections between youth and community safety officials. This program focuses on fire safety legislation, youth-police connection projects, and creating violent-free zones. We believe that true safety is built on a foundation of mutual respect and informed advocacy.
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Trainings
Leadership & Advocacy Skills
Equipping the next generation with the practical skills required for legislative change. Our trainings cover public speaking, data collection, community organizing, and policy analysis. We don’t just teach leadership; we practice it through real-world campaigns.
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Equip • Encourage • Empower
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Primary Location
14 Euclid Street
Dorchester, MA 02124
617-265-4189
Codman Square House
81 Brent Street
Dorchester, MA 02124
(617) 297-8472
Connect With Us
boldteens@gmail.com
Twitter: @Boldteens360
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Est. 1997 • Breath of Life
Dorchester Teens
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