Most Of What Shapes Our Children Is Nurture, Not Nature

“Children learn more from what you are than what you teach.” – W.E.B. Dubois Parents are impactful. We affect our children’s emotions, self-esteem and their feelings of security. Our actions toward and in front of your children have a strong impact. It starts with behavior…

The Yunion is hiring, and we’re looking for skilled and passionate people like you to join our team. Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Operations Coordinator will assist with the management of the non-profit organization’s daily business activities and providing direct support to the…

It’s something about having a Script come to life. We had our first in-person Table Read for the Yunion’s upcoming film “Sticks & Stones” in partnership with TBOP Media We had a great time and we can’t wait to get this production going. We Love…

The Yunion is hiring, and we’re looking for skilled and passionate people like you to join our team. If you’re interested email your resume to careers@theyunion.org or visit us at theyunion.org/careers

Parents, “Did You Know?” Most adolescents support reserving sex for marriage, both in general and for themselves. Though it may seem that’s the opposite based on what we see in the media and from the culture. Parents continue to communicate with your child around these…

Parents, was this your mom growing up? Are you this parent today? Share your thoughts in the comments.

“It’s easier to build strong children than repair broken men.” – Frederick Douglas This statement is so true and we see it everyday in our work. Children start off with a light and innocence that comes natural to them. Over time we see life experiences…

If you missed the broadcast yesterday here is what you missed. For Black History Month, WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit is shining a spotlight on change-makers in our community, including our CEO & Founder Jason Wilson who is combining martial arts and life experiences to…

We are honored that our CEO and FounderJason Wilson is one of the amazing Detroiters featured as a WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit Black History Month Change Maker. The shortened segment airs today at 6pm (EST) and the full story this weekend. Thank youLarry Spruill…

Yesterday we had an Amazing Cast and Crew meeting with the team from the new movie The Yunion is producing called “Sticks and Stones”. We are excited to have such a group of dynamic actors and crew members. Stay tuned, much more to come. Let’s…

Here is a great article about the great work we are doing in the Metro Detroit Area. It also highlights our partner with Wayne State University’s School of Social Work. https://socialwork.wayne.edu/…/a-path-for-success…    

Let’s try this again. Do you know any youth and or families in need of additional support in the Metro Detroit area or Wayne County.

The Yunion has programs to service youth and families in the Metro Detroit area.

Yesterday was our first day back in a Face 2 Face space since March 5th, 2020. We had a hybrid session, 4 students in person and about 15 students virtually. Our Life Guides (JayPittsNeriah Reign) did a great job and the students really had a…

We can’t do the work without your support! The Yunion would like to thank the Comerica Charitable Foundation for selecting us as grant recipients its’ fourth grant season of 2020. Their support will help us in continuing the work of the CATTA, training young boys…