Youth Talk United Mentorship and Support — DevoCenter for Service-Learning

Changemaker Spotlight | Empowering Youth Through Sports and Mental Fitness

Youth Talk United is dedicated to encouraging and equipping young people to manage their emotions, express themselves in positive ways, and take the lead in caring for our community. Their goal is to improve quality of life outcomes for Alabama youth by offering workshops, mentorship, and service projects that emphasize the value of sports and community. Our programs are designed to instill essential life skills, foster leadership qualities, and promote emotional well-being.

Through sports and community service Youth Talk encourages teamwork, resilience, and a sense of social responsibility, all of which contribute to their personal growth and improvement of our neighborhoods.

Erika Perry serves as Executive Director and founded Youth Talk United to provide young people with mentorship to help them feel empowered, gain self-awareness, and express their thoughts and feelings about everyday issues. Erika was accepted into the DevoCenter Changemakers program because of her dedication to providing personal development and leadership opportunities for youth.

“DevoCenter is truly amazing! From the first initial meeting with Charlene I knew I was in the right place. Her warmth, and excitement to make an impact made it so easy to talk with her. She`s very knowledgeable of the nonprofit sector, and takes time to help you understand what is needed to be a successful nonprofit. As an organization we`re so excited to see the continuous growth.”

— Erika Perry - Executive Director, Youth Talk United