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Creating Space for Growth, Identity & Allyship at Summer Camps

This summer, the YES Institute had the privilege of leading powerful, interactive workshops for two inspiring youth leadership programs: Camp MetroTown, hosted by Mosaic Miami, and the First Star Academy at the University of Miami, which supports college readiness for youth with a foster care experience.

Joseph Zolobczuk, Executive Director YES Institute

From Intern to Leader

We are thrilled to highlight a recent feature from VoyageMIA, where our Executive Director, Joseph Zolobczuk, shares his personal journey and the transformative work of YES Institute. In this candid conversation, Joseph reflects on …

Neurodiversity Community

Thank you for registering for the Neurodiversity session at YES Institute. Should you need to change this reservation, please call our office, 305-663-7195, and let us know in advance. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you soon. YES… Learn More

Uplift Fund Campaign – Goal to Raise $1M by December 2026

Just in time for its 30th Anniversary, YES Institute is proud to announce the launch of its new Uplift Fund campaign, with an ambitious $1M fundraising goal. In addition we are celebrating on 02/28/2026, so please SAVE-the-DATE! You may purchase your tickets and learn about other ways to contribute to our 30 Year Celebration.

Episcopal Seminarians of Color Conference 

In March, seminarian students from across the country gathered in Miami to engage in learning about the needs of various groups of peoples faith leaders will encounter in their ministries. This conference is designed to bring together Episcopal seminarians of color who are part of Asiamerica, Black, Indigenous, and Latino/Hispanic backgrounds and communities.