Honey Bugs pose for a photo on aviation day

Taking Flight

Honey Bugs went up…up…and away as they learned about fearless women in aviation. Aviation Day, which was hosted by the Women in Aviation South Florida Chapter explored the aviation field, and the triumphant contributions made by women in this area. Our honey bugs toured a plane, met women pilots, participated in activities centered around aviation…

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OYC & FIU staff pose for a photo as they tour the new OYC Miami facility

Touring OYC Miami

OYC Miami CEO Tina Brown and Chief Development Officer Yance Torres gave a tour of the progress of the new OYC Miami with Florida International University President @fiupres5 and staff, as well as Miami-Dade County Public Schools Board Member Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall. We are excited to embark on a comprehensive and collective approach with potential partners…

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OYC staff poses behind an MDC logo

MDC Fins Care

OYC Miami attended a luncheon hosted by Miami-Dade College #FinsCare. The luncheon was attended by organizations that partner with Miami-Dade College and make indelible and powerful impacts in the community. Miami-Dade College volunteers, students, and staff have consistently shown us they care about our mission, through their continuous involvement in our programming. From volunteering at…

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Children at OYC's after school program

Back to School

School has begun, and with it, OYC Miami’s after-school program has also commenced! Our after-school programming is in full swing, offering a wide range of activities. From academic support and mentoring to creative projects, building activities, and health and fitness initiatives, we provide engaging and enriching experiences aimed at fostering success. If you are interested…

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Attendees of the National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators, and Developers (NABHOOD) Conference.

National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators, and Developers Conference

Thank you to the Overtown Children and Youth Coalition for providing our girls with the incredible opportunity to participate in the National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators, and Developers (NABHOOD) Conference. During this exciting event, our girls had the privilege of meeting esteemed individuals such as Dr. Andy Ingraham, the President of NABHOOD, Connie…

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Young gymnasts from Honey Shine at Camp Katina

Camp Katina

Our honey bugs had the incredible opportunity to visit Camp Katina, an annual two-day gymnastics and life skills camp. Now in its 16th year, Camp Katina serves as a motivational and inspiring gymnastics camp, teaching our girls valuable lessons on self-esteem, positive thinking, and being their best. This wonderful camp also features a dance performance…

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Honey Bugs perform at the end of summer showcase

Honey Bugs Shine

Honey Shine’s end-of-the-summer showcase is the best ending to an amazing summer! During the summer our girls forged a path of enlightenment and discovery, and our end of the summer show was the best way for them to share what they learned. Our honey bugs practiced all summer and gave us amazing performance.  The audience…

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