#WeAreMBYLI

Since 1979, The Marion Barry Youth Leadership Institute has built a rich legacy of service, community activism, & leadership. | Our Mayor: @MayorBowser

[DC Public Library @dcpl]

Discover the legacy of Marion Barry, the "Mayor for Life" of DC, at the MLK Library! 🌟 Dive into his journey as a civil rights leader, beloved mayor, and champion of the people. Learn how his impact shaped Washington, D.C. to this day! 🏛️ https://t.co/G13VerZPG4

[DC Department of Employment Services @DOES_DC]

🎉 Exciting news! The 2024-2025 High School Internship Program kicked off today! 🧠✨

We’re here to guide District youth (14-21) as they transition from high school to education, training, or careers. 🙌💼

Learn more at 🌐https://t.co/eynxpCtWMe

#HSIP #School2Work

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

And just like that, summer 2024 is a wrap. 🎬

Thank you to the many people in our community for your dedication to making this a fun, productive, and enriching summer, especially for our city's youngest residents.

[DDOT DC @DDOTDC]

As our 2024 Marion Barry SYEP interns head back to school, we’re proud of their impactful work this summer at #DDOTDC. Through their lens, see how their roles support our mission, and join us in wishing them a successful school year! @MBSYEP

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

This month, we wrapped up the 2024 Mayor Marion S. Barry Summer Youth Employment Program and awarded nearly $700,000 in scholarships.

For 45 years, MBSYEP has ensured that District youth have exciting and meaningful job opportunities. Thank you to all the participants and host employers for another successful summer!

[DC Department of Employment Services @DOES_DC]

Check out some Friday night highlights! ✨

We wrapped up #MBSYEP2024 with an incredible closeout celebration! Celebrating 45 years of growth with the theme "Yesterday's Vision, Today's Promise, Tomorrow's Legacy."

[DC Department of Employment Services @DOES_DC]

🎉 Celebrating 45 years of #MBSYEP!

This year, the Mayor's Opportunity Scholarship doubled to $4,500, and five healthcare students received $20,000 each! Tonight, we awarded nearly $700K in scholarships! 🎓💼 

Learn more about MBSYEP at https://t.co/eynxpCtWMe.

[Team LINK @LINKstrategic]

Happy #NationalInternDay! At LINK, our Associate program is more than just being a “job.” It’s about creating where our associates are valued team members and contributing to real-world impact. 

Our Associates get the chance to gain a multitude of experiences on projects that make a significant impact on our hyper-local and global clientele. From assuming leadership roles within projects, building technical abilities, to getting individualized executive coaching, our program is about creating meaningful experiences that allow our Associates to grow and prosper as true professionals. 

LINK is proud to partner with programs like @UrbanAlliance, @Pivot_Program, and @MBSYEP to enhance our team with Associates who bring diverse perspectives and innovative ideas. Today, help us celebrate our colleagues making impact everyday and here’s to building a future full of success, one associate at a time! #TeamLINK

[DC Department of Employment Services @DOES_DC]

DC, today we’re celebrating #NationalInternDay by shining a spotlight on some of the amazing youth from our #MBSYEP2024 program! 🌟🙌

Employers, highlight your interns and showcase their incredible work. Let’s see how you’re fulfilling the #VisionPromiseLegacy this summer! 💼✨

[DC Department of Employment Services @DOES_DC]

Today, DOES joined @SafeDC and @202ForPeace for a Peace Walk and Resource Pop Up!

District youth and leaders came together to continue to support a #SaferStrongerDC.

#TogetherDC #MBSYEP2024

[Hakeem Rogers @HakeemRWard5]

@MBYLI has the best youth leadership program in the nation! #TheGreatest

[#WeAreMBYLI @MBYLI]

#TheGreatest

[DC Department of Employment Services @DOES_DC]

This #MotivationMonday, we're inspired by the Marion Barry Youth Leadership Institute! 🌟 In its 45th year of empowering tomorrow's leaders today, MBYLI provides hands-on experience and holistic growth. 🚀🙌

Join us in celebrating DC youth leadership training. 🎓

#WhyMBYLI

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

DC's young people are out getting experience, building connections, and making money with the Marion Barry Summer Youth Employment Program 💰

We're proud of all of this year's participants setting themselves up for success. Let's keep pushing!

[DC Department of Employment Services @DOES_DC]

DC, on this #MotivationMonday we want to share this G.R.I.N.D mindset with you!

Our CRESP host site, Dramatic Solutions, is teaching District youth to persevere in a fun way! 🙌

“Get Ready, It’s a New Day” is how we’ll stay motivated this week! How about you? Let us know! ⬇️

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

Reminder: we are in an Extended Heat Emergency through Wednesday, July 17.

Please stay cool and check on seniors and neighbors.

If you see someone in need, contact:
📞Shelter Hotline: [phone] or 311
📞911 for an immediate safety risk

[DC Department of Employment Services @DOES_DC]

ATTENTION!🚨

Today is the last day to apply for the Mayor’s Opportunity Scholarship. 

HURRY over to https://t.co/eynxpCtWMe and APPLY before 12:00 PM.

#MOS24 #MBSYEP2024

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

The Mayor's Opportunity Scholarship deadline has been EXTENDED!💰

That means MBSYEP participants now have more time to apply for a $4,500 scholarship.

Apply before Monday at noon➡️https://t.co/5vpeIsEszI

[DSLBD @SmallBizDC]

#DSLBD's Main Street Tour continued in the #GreatWard8 yesterday where we had a chance to visit small businesses like City Beats and Triceys DC with our @MBSYEP interns! 🙌🏽

Special thanks to @CHCTDC for the opportunity to explore local gems in @Destination_CH 🌟#DCisOpen

[DC Department of Employment Services @DOES_DC]

🌟 Check out our recap video from the Career Ready Early Scholars Program! 📹

This year’s participants and host sites enjoyed a fun-filled field day and orientation kickoff, learning about the program and expectations for the summer. 🎉

[DC Parks & Recreation #WhereFunHappens @DCDPR]

DPR Dir. Freeman with youth ages 9-13 at @DCDPR Headquarters for @does_dc Career Ready Early Scholars Program under the direction of @silasgrant from Quality People Solutions. Teaching them early. #MorethanREC