Vallejo Project's programs center on wellness, communication, and skills building, meeting youth at their current stage and positioning them for long-term success.
Wellness
​Community Wellness Abassador
Oct 19-December 19
Saturdays 2-4pm
1055 Azuar Dr, Mare Island (Transportation Available)
Available for ages 16-24
Overview
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Creating Safe Space
Empowering Youth as Peer Mentors​
Integrating Health Services: Good Food, Good Movement, Good Practice
At Vallejo Project, we believe that comprehensive wellness is key to both personal health and career readiness. Our program integrates three essential components—good food, good movement, and good practice—to equip youth with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive.
Participants will:
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Develop Healthy Habits: Implement a proposal to improve the shopping and eating habits of Vallejo High students.
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Engage in Daily Movement: Learn and practice physical activities that promote lifelong health.
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Gain Hands-on Training: Develop skills in empathic interviewing, patient intake, and vital sign measurement.
Creating Safe Spaces & Empowering Youth as Peer Mentors
Youth in Vallejo face significant barriers to overall wellness, including academic pressure, family struggles, socioeconomic challenges, and exposure to trauma and violence. Limited access to affordable healthcare and mental health services exacerbates these issues, while societal stigma discourages many from seeking help.
Vallejo Project addresses these challenges by providing a safe, supportive environment where youth can prioritize their well-being. Through mentorship, training, and community-driven initiatives, we empower young people to take control of their health while developing professional skills that prepare them for careers in the healthcare field.
Together, we are fostering a healthier future—one youth at a time.
"Looking for healthcare career training in Vallejo? Get certified in 6-12 months. Free program for ages 16-24 with mentorship & job placement support. Your medical career starts here!"​​
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Communication Pathway at Ozcat and the VP Workshop
1055 Azuar Dr
Cultural Arts
Overview
Effective communication is crucial, yet many young people struggle with expressing themselves and understanding others, impacting their social and professional prospects. Additionally, digital communication's rise often diminishes face-to-face skills, and traditional communication methods can exclude those with special needs.
Communication Pathways addresses these issues by helping youth develop robust communication skills through storytelling, podcasting, and digital production. These initiatives not only enhance their ability to articulate thoughts and engage with others but also prepare them for success in a globally connected environment.
Understanding oneself is paramount to respecting others and effectively expressing oneself in the world.
Vallejo stands as one of the most diverse cities in the United States, presenting a unique opportunity to celebrate the art and cultural heritage of its residents. Through educational events featuring local artists and providing platforms for youth of color to showcase their artistic endeavors, we aim to cultivate the essence that defines Vallejo and its inhabitants, fostering an appreciation for cross-cultural connections.
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Storytelling - podcast
This pathway offers an introduction to basic digital production, podcasting, and storytelling. Storytelling breathes life into learning, creating an interactive and engaging experience that allows young learners to immerse themselves in language in a dynamic and often entertaining manner. Active participation using key vocabulary and phrases promotes an understanding of rhythm and structure. Moreover, storytelling amplifies student voices, offering unique perspectives on community issues.
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PODCASTand OZCAT Radio Show Tuesdays 8 am-10 am
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Our music clinic serves as a powerful means of communication, allowing individuals to express emotions, intentions, and meanings, even when spoken languages differ. It serves as a vital avenue for human interaction, especially beneficial for those with special needs who may encounter difficulties with other forms of communication.
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Trades Pathway
Construction Safety Class
Available for ages 16-24
1055 Azuar Dr.
2nd Floor
Starting October 26th
2-4pm
Overview
Despite thousands of unfilled positions in the trades across the US annually, these roles offer high-paying, stable employment opportunities, often requiring less time and investment compared to traditional college pathways. Our objective is to collaborate with community trade leaders to equip Vallejo's youth with fundamental skills and ignite their interest in pursuing these lucrative and self-sustaining career paths.
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The Carpentry Pathway program at Vallejo Project is designed to equip all participating youth with the necessary skills and training for preferred entry into Local 180's pre-apprenticeship carpentry program. Through our Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Carpenters Union, we offer an introductory carpentry curriculum that includes OSHA 10 safety training. The program is structured into two main components: a classroom section that covers the basics of carpentry and a hands-on training lab led by an experienced journeyman carpenter. "Launch your construction career in Vallejo! Free hands-on carpentry training for ages 16-24. 6-month program with guaranteed certification. Join our 70% job placement success story."
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The Garden
2160 Sacramento Street
Our gardening initiatives aim to transform neglected spaces within our community into thriving hubs of education and outreach. We convert vacant lots into productive areas focused on growing clean, organic food for both community and personal use.
Drop-In Garden Times
Saturday
12 pm-2 pm @ 2160 Sacramento St