Young Antiracist Leadership Project (YALP)

Thanks to the donations received, we have been able to train and guide young leaders from all over Mexico in the development of antiracist projects throughout this year.

The fourth generation of YALP received the training from July 28th To August 10th of last year, where young people from Chiapas, Zacatecas, Tamaulipas, Quintana Roo, Veracruz, among others, participated. In addition, they are taking mentorships with people who are experts in the topics of their projects and planning activities for their next implementation. 

These activities were not only educational but also inspiring for the young participants, who gained key tools to apply in their communities and in the projects they would develop afterward.

Implemented Projects 

Last November, we implemented one of the projects related to sports, in the State of Quintana Roo. The participant organized a basketball tournament with the youth community in Playa del Carmen, in collaboration with the municipal authorities and the state youth institute. More than 40 young people participated in this project, who played basketball and were part of the anti-racist workshops given by the project coordinator.

For the month of March, we have planned the implementation of another project related to sports. On this occasion, the coordinator of that project organized a race in Mexico City, where for now we already have a location to present ourselves, give a small workshop to the people who registered and do the race all together. This project will take place the third week of March within the framework of the International Day against Racial Discrimination.

The support from GlobalGiving has been essential for the young people in YALP 2024 to receive high-quality training and guidance in implementing their projects. The two-week training in Mexico City provided unique experiences in cultural and socially impactful spaces, while the mentorship program ensures that their ideas are transformed into tangible and sustainable projects.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who has donated through GlobalGiving for their generosity and trust in this project. Thanks to your support, we are nurturing a new generation of antiracist leaders who are working towards a more just and inclusive Mexico.

Thanks to the donations received, we have been able to train and guide young leaders from all over Mexico in the development of antiracist projects throughout this year.

Training of the Fourth Generation (July 28 - August 10, 2024)

The fourth generation of YALP took place from July 28 to August 10, 2024. During these two weeks of intensive training in Mexico City, we welcomed young people from various states, including Chiapas, Zacatecas, Tamaulipas, Quintana Roo, Veracruz, and others.

The program offered workshops, conferences, and activities at key locations across the city. Thanks to the support of GlobalGiving donors, the participants were able to visit places such as the National Museum of Anthropology, which allowed them to connect with Mexico's history and cultural roots from a critical and antiracist perspective. We also strengthened partnerships with organizations such as the Mexico City Congress, Nike, and the Council to Prevent and Eliminate Discrimination (COPRED), giving the participants the opportunity to learn in institutional and corporate environments.

These activities were not only educational but also inspiring for the young participants, who gained key tools to apply in their communities and in the projects they would develop afterward.

Mentorship for Project Implementation (September 2024 - March 2025)

After the training phase in August, the mentorship program began in September 2024, extending until March 2025. The goal of this mentorship is to support the participants in implementing their antiracist projects by providing theoretical and practical guidance.

During the first three months, the mentorship has focused on helping the participants solidify their projects by clearly defining their objectives, goals, and creating a structured work plan. The sessions, which take place once a month and last 1 to 2 hours, have been supported by mentors specializing in key topics.

This year, we placed special emphasis on projects related to sports, as we aim to explore the intersections between racism and sports activities. In sports, the dynamics of inclusion and exclusion are often shaped by racial factors, making it crucial for us to work with the young leaders in this area. The mentorship is helping participants understand how sports can be a tool to combat racism and promote more inclusive spaces.

The support from GlobalGiving has been essential for the young people in YALP 2024 to receive high-quality training and guidance in implementing their projects. The two-week training in Mexico City provided unique experiences in cultural and socially impactful spaces, while the mentorship program ensures that their ideas are transformed into tangible and sustainable projects.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who has donated through GlobalGiving for their generosity and trust in this project. Thanks to your support, we are nurturing a new generation of antiracist leaders who are working towards a more just and inclusive Mexico.