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Our Programs

Explore Y.E.T. Compassion’s five strategic programs — faith-centered education, leadership development, family wellness, community building, and homeland engagement.

Our Programs

Five Pillars of Transformation

Lasting change comes through addressing the spiritual, social, and relational dimensions of life. Our five strategic programs work together to serve our communities in the United States, South Sudan, and around the globe.

✝ Evangelism 🎓 Leadership 🏠 Family 🤝 Community 🌍 Homeland
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Youth Evangelism & Discipleship

Ages 13–30 · Nashville, TN

Reaching young people with the transformative power of God's Word, grounded in Scripture and responsive to the realities they face. These young people navigate complex identities — bridging their heritage with life in America, processing trauma, and seeking purpose.

Bible Studies & Small Groups Weekly sessions exploring Scripture in ways that connect to the lived experience of young people navigating two cultures.
Youth Conferences & Events Annual retreats bringing young people together for worship, teaching, fellowship, and spiritual refreshment.
One-on-One Discipleship Trained mentors walk alongside youth, providing spiritual guidance and pastoral care tailored to individual needs.
Baptism Preparation Theological instruction and personal testimony development for believers ready to publicly declare their faith.
Community gathered for prayer and worship
Community Worship Gathering
Youth celebrating community and faith together
Youth Empowerment & Fellowship
Our Vision

A generation of young people deeply rooted in Scripture, secure in their faith, and empowered to be witnesses and leaders in their communities.

"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations."

— Matthew 28:19
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Leadership Development & Mentorship

Servant Leadership · Professional Growth

Cultivating servant leaders who will strengthen their families, serve their communities, and lead with integrity, compassion, and vision rooted in biblical values. We teach that true leadership means serving others — and that influence is a gift to be stewarded responsibly.

Leadership Workshops Emotional intelligence, decision-making, conflict resolution, team dynamics, and visionary thinking.
Mentorship Pairing One-on-one relationships connecting youth with experienced leaders for guidance and accountability.
Character & Ethics Formation Biblical ethics, personal integrity, and accountability — shaping leaders who serve with wisdom and honor.
Public Speaking & Communication Presentation skills, storytelling, and communication that equip youth to represent their communities.
One-on-one mentorship with a young community member
One-on-One Mentorship
Volunteers mentoring and training community members
Leadership Training in Action
Our Vision

A pipeline of servant leaders equipped with skills, confidence, and character to lead in their workplaces, churches, and communities with integrity and purpose.

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Family Stability & Wellness

Strengthening Foundations · Nurturing Wholeness

The family is the primary unit of society and the church. Strong families create stable communities, raise healthy children, and model Christian values for future generations. This program provides comprehensive support to strengthen families through relational health, parenting guidance, and spiritual renewal.

Marriage & Relationship Counseling Culturally-sensitive counseling for healthy communication, conflict resolution, and relational healing.
Parenting & Youth Development Practical training for parents navigating cultural transitions, generational gaps, and raising children with purpose.
Spiritual & Emotional Wellness Faith-grounded support for families processing grief, displacement, and the stresses of building a new life.
Family Retreats Quarterly gatherings for spiritual renewal, skill-building, celebration, and mutual support.
Building genuine connections with young community members
Building Trust — The Foundation of Family Support
Our Vision

Families equipped with the faith, knowledge, and relational health to navigate life's challenges together — strengthening the foundation for generations to come.

"Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ."

— Galatians 6:2
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Community Building & Diaspora Advocacy

Connection · Cultural Identity · Civic Voice

Strengthening the social fabric of our communities, preserving cultural identity, and advocating for the rights, needs, and voices of the families we serve. These communities bring tremendous strength, resilience, wisdom, and spiritual vitality — and deserve recognition, resources, and dignity.

Community Gatherings Regular events, potlucks, sports activities, and celebrations strengthening bonds and reducing isolation.
Cultural Celebrations Heritage festivals honoring our traditions, language, music, and history across generations.
Civic Engagement & Advocacy Education on voting rights, civic participation, and policy advocacy on issues affecting our communities.
Interfaith Dialogue Building bridges with Nashville's faith communities and organizations to foster solidarity and coordinate services.
Community gathering under a tree for shared learning and fellowship
Community Gathering & Fellowship
Participatory community discussion in the village
Community Dialogue & Support
Our Vision

A thriving community where families feel connected, valued, and empowered to preserve their cultural identity while actively participating in civic life wherever they call home.

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Service & Mission in South Sudan

Bor, Boma & Surrounding Regions

Connecting families to their homeland, supporting vulnerable communities, and advancing hope, healing, and transformation in South Sudan through direct service and partnership. All work is conducted in partnership with local churches, community leaders, and organizations.

Biong School — built through Y.E.T. Compassion's homeland engagement program
Biong School
Community accessing clean water from the well
Clean Water Access
Distributing medicine and medical care to families
Medical Outreach
Mission Trips & Partnerships Annual trips connecting youth and families with homeland communities for service and relationship building.
Educational Sponsorships School fees, books, uniforms, and supplies for vulnerable children — creating pathways out of poverty through education.
Clean Water & Health Projects Water well construction, health clinic support, and hygiene education addressing immediate needs with lasting impact.
Church Partnerships Resource sharing, pastoral support, and theological training with local churches — the key to sustainable transformation.
Our Vision

Bridging our communities and the homeland through transformative partnerships — expanding mission trips, growing educational sponsorships, investing in infrastructure, and demonstrating Christ's love through tangible service.

From the Field

Large outdoor community gathering during a mission outreach
Mission Outreach — Community Gathering Bringing hope through service and partnership
Healthcare volunteer providing medical care
Healthcare Outreach
Medical supply transport — international partnership
Supply Logistics

"And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up."

— Galatians 6:9 (ESV)

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Every program thrives because of faithful partners. Whether through volunteering, mentoring, prayer, or giving, your contribution strengthens our community.

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