Irzam joined YDN in 2025 as a Program Associate, bringing over five years of experience in administrative support, event coordination, and stakeholder engagement. With a background in managing logistics, developing outreach materials, and utilizing tools like Salesforce, Canva.He excels at streamlining operations. Passionate about youth development, he is committed to fostering meaningful connections and driving […]
Julian joined YDN in 2025 as an associate of the Creciente Latinx Leadership Program, bringing his experience as a former attorney in Colombia working with a government agency focused on the protection of children and adolescents, as well as his current career as an audiovisual producer and artist. As an immigrant, he is passionate about […]
Monica joins YDN after a long career in public service. After 30 years, she retired from the City of Sacramento as their Youth Division Manager where she managed critical youth development programs and services in workforce development, civic engagement, licensed childcare, and after school programs on elementary and middle school campuses. Monica is a youth […]
Meg joined the YDN team in October of 2019 as a Youth Development Specialist/ Trainer. Meg is motivated to help others develop and grow to their full potential and is determined to create/foster intersectional and inclusive communities through a Youth Development framework. When she’s not at work you can typically find her at live sporting […]
Ms. Helen Yee, a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach with YDN is dedicated to supporting her community with a commitment to bringing out the best in people and making a difference in their lives. With over 25 years of board and non-profit experience, Ms. Yee brings expertise in team building, event coordination, training, facilitation and board […]
Vicki joined the YDN team in October of 2005. Currently she supports the organization in the position of Assistant Director/Office Administration Coordinator, managing the office responsibilities of the YDN. Vicki is proud to be a part of the YDN team and is excited to be a part of making a difference in the lives of […]
Adrian Ruiz is a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach and Executive Director of YDN. He is recognized regionally as one of the leading facilitators, coaches, and trainers surrounding the strengths-based youth development approach. He assumed the role as Executive Director for the YDN in 2009. Over the previous years, Adrian has held the positions of Co-Executive […]