About

Building Brighter Futures for Eastern Arkansas Youth

The East Arkansas Regional Youth Employment Initiative is dedicated to creating lasting employment opportunities for young people. We focus on skill-building, mentorship, and community partnerships to bridge economic gaps and prepare youth for meaningful careers.

Empowering Eastern Arkansas Youth Through Opportunity

Meet the dedicated individuals driving our mission to uplift young talent.

Maya Johnson

Program Director

Maya brings extensive experience in youth development and community outreach.

Derek Thompson

Skills Coordinator

Derek is passionate about creating innovative training programs tailored for youth.

Elena Garcia

Mentorship Lead

Elena focuses on building strong mentor relationships to guide young professionals.

Samuel Lee

Community Engagement Manager

Samuel drives strategic partnerships and fosters community collaboration.

Empowering Eastern Arkansas Youth for Brighter Futures

Hear from our community members about how EARYEI has transformed their career prospects and lives.

Thanks to EARYEI, I gained invaluable skills and mentorship that launched my first job with confidence.

Jasmine Carter

Youth Program Participant

The mentorship and training programs exceeded my expectations and set me up for long-term success.

David Nguyen

Program Coordinator