Adelante Youth Alliance

Adelante Youth Alliance We inspire and educate youth through career exploration, mentorship and wellness.

In response to a dramatic increase in local youth violence and high school drop-out rates in 1995, Pasadena Youth Center (PYC) was conceived and established in 2001 as a 501 c(3) non profit organization. PYC was, therefore, established in 2001 as a 501 c(3), community-based non-profit organization. Our goals are to help youth succeed, with programs designed to enhance academic, social and professi

onal competence, while learning valuable life and job skills. In 2014, Pasadena Youth Center’s name was changed to Adelante Youth Alliance (AYA) to better reflect our vision and how we achieve that vision – advancing youth together - with our allies – sponsors and volunteers. AYA has been instrumental in providing thousands of youth with the support, resources and role models needed to believe in their own abilities and achieve their full potential to become productive members of their communities – willing and able to give back.

Naming your feelings is one of the most powerful things you can do for yourself. 💚When you put a word to what's going on...
05/11/2026

Naming your feelings is one of the most powerful things you can do for yourself. 💚
When you put a word to what's going on inside — your nervous system calms down. You think more clearly. You feel less alone in it.
You don't need to explain it or fix it. Just name it.
Swipe for the feelings wheel and find your word. 🌿

04/23/2026

The earth needs problem-solvers, and that could be YOU. 🌎

Green careers are one of the fastest-growing fields, and they need diverse, passionate people from all backgrounds. Here are just a few paths to explore:

🌿 Environmental Scientist
🏙️ Urban Planner / Landscape Architect
⚡ Renewable Energy Technician
🧪 Environmental Health Specialist
📣 Climate Policy Advocate
🌊 Marine or Conservation Biologist

You don't have to have it all figured out, just stay curious. Adelante is here to help you explore what's possible. 💚

What career here surprised you most? Tell us in the comments 👇

Happy Earth Day! 🌍💚Today we celebrate our planet and the young people who will shape its future.🌿 WELLNESS: Nature heals...
04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day! 🌍💚

Today we celebrate our planet and the young people who will shape its future.

🌿 WELLNESS: Nature heals. Time outdoors reduces stress, improves mood, and helps us reset. Your mental health and the earth's health are more connected than you think.

📚 EDUCATION: Environmental justice is education. Understanding how pollution, climate, and resources affect our communities is essential knowledge — especially for youth in underserved areas.

🌎 CAREER: The green economy is growing. Environmental science, urban planning, sustainability, public health, and policy are fields that need diverse voices, including YOURS.

Adelante believes in nurturing the whole you: your mind, your future, and the world you'll help build. 🌱✨

What's one thing you'll do today for the earth, or for yourself?

04/21/2026

In honor of Earth Week, we're kicking things off with a gentle reminder ...
Taking care of yourself and taking care of the planet are not two different things.
🌍💚
Here are 5 ways your wellness habits also help the earth:
🌿 Spend quiet time outside. Nature heals you. You protect what you love.
🚶 Walk more. Your health and the earth both win.
🥗 Eat one plant-based meal. Small shift, big impact.
📵 Rest and unplug. You recharge. So does the planet.
👜 Bring your own bag. A small habit that reduces waste and builds intention in your daily life.

Which one will you try today? Tell us in the comments 👇

03/30/2026

Energy flows where intention goes.

Spring is a good time to ask, what are you growing right now?

Get clear on what nourishes you, what aligns with you, and what you envision for your future self.

Keep tending to it as we experiment with what it means to care for our inner garden. 🌱

This Mindful Monday, give yourself permission to let go 🌸 You don't have to do it all — just show up for yourself. ...
03/23/2026

This Mindful Monday, give yourself permission to let go 🌸

You don't have to do it all — just show up for yourself.

Thinking about a future in Psychology? Join Maricela Hurtado, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), as she breaks...
03/05/2026

Thinking about a future in Psychology? Join Maricela Hurtado, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), as she breaks down the many career paths in the mental health field.

Learn what it takes to earn a Master’s in Counseling Psychology, become licensed, and build a career helping individuals, families, and communities. Maricela's private practice focuses on healing trauma through connection, empowerment and culturally responsible treatment.

RSVP for this online workshop at our link in bio!

Join us for Living 'Con Ganas' - Why Passion is the Engine and Intention is the Steering Wheel.In this workshop, you’ll ...
03/03/2026

Join us for Living 'Con Ganas' - Why Passion is the Engine and Intention is the Steering Wheel.

In this workshop, you’ll gain a clear roadmap for transforming raw ambition into a meaningful and purpose-driven career. We'll talk about how to start building a life of purpose by mastering "The Ganas Factor", the art of bringing intentional passion to everything you do.

Gain practical, real-world tools for networking and resilience to transform your daily grind into a mission-driven career.

Stephanie Perez is the Head of Wellness at Con Ganas and has over a decade of experience as a school counselor, helping people grow with intention.

RSVP for this online workshop here: https://rootedandrising.circle.so/c/social-media/adelante_ya-shared-on-instagram-d4116d

Protecting your peace doesn’t mean you don’t care.It means you care about your well-being, your goals, and your future.Y...
03/02/2026

Protecting your peace doesn’t mean you don’t care.
It means you care about your well-being, your goals, and your future.

You don’t have to respond to every message.
You don’t have to attend every argument.
You don’t have to say yes when you mean no.

Here’s one way to start:
Pause before you respond.
Ask yourself, “Do I have the energy for this right now?”
If the answer is no, try:
“I can’t commit to that right now.”
No overexplaining. No guilt.

Boundaries aren’t disrespectful — they’re self-respect.

This Mindful Monday, practice one small boundary and notice how it feels. 💛

A reminder for the start of the week 💛Your breath is always available to you.Use it when things feel like too much. ...
02/02/2026

A reminder for the start of the week 💛
Your breath is always available to you.
Use it when things feel like too much.

Address

805 N Madison Avenue
Pasadena, CA
91104

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 11am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+16267981538

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