East Liberty nonprofit Youth Enrichment Services Named 2019 Champion in Action
“Trib Total Media recognizes the power of the mentorship provided to young people in the Pittsburgh region by Youth Enrichment Services.”
— Jennifer Bertetto, Trib Total Media President and CEO
By Courier Editor, March 4, 2019
The New Pittsburgh Courier has learned that Youth Enrichment Services (YES), a nonprofit providing socially and economically at-risk youth the opportunity to achieve success through participation in mentorship, education and enrichment programs, has been named a 2019 Champion in Action in the category of Youth Leadership. The award, announced jointly by Citizens Bank, WPXI-TV, Trib Total Media and Pittsburgh Cares, includes $35,000 in unrestricted funding as well as promotional and volunteer support for the organization’s outstanding work, according to a release.
Youth Enrichment Services (YES) provides empowerment, experiential opportunities, academic enrichment and summer employment as positive pathways to future success. YES partners with local organizations to create synergy and generates transformative stories, national accolades and positive research outcomes.
AJANNA JACKSON (she/her/hers)
Media Specialist
Ajanna Jackson is a creative media professional with a passion for storytelling, digital media, and community engagement. As the Media Specialist at Youth Enrichment Services, she works to highlight the experiences, accomplishments, and impact of YES youth and programs through engaging digital content.
With a background in Media and Professional Communications from the University of Pittsburgh, Ajanna brings experience in social media, photography, content creation, and communications. She uses these skills to strengthen YES’s digital presence and share the organization’s work with families, partners, and the greater community.