Our Staff & Team
Meet the team
At Youth United for Change (YUC), our strength lies in the passion and dedication of our team. Each staff member brings unique expertise, creativity, and commitment to empowering young leaders and creating lasting change. Together, we build the foundation for youth to thrive, organize, and transform their communities.
The main YUC phone number is – (215) 423-9588
Main email address is – yucyouth@gmail.com
Jai Thompson
Healing Justice Organizer
M.F.A, Doctoral Candidate
(They/Them/Theirs)
Leads the strategic vision and overall direction of Youth United For Change and is dedicated to building beloved community, power, advancing equity, and uplifting the voices of Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous, People Of Color.
- (215) 423-9588 Ext. 2458
- jai@yucyouth.org
Emmanuel Jones
Teen Outreach Program Coordinator
B.A
(He/Him/His)
- (215) 423-9588 Ext. 2548
- emmanuel@yucyouth.org
Why Our Team Matters
The YUC staff team believes that youth are not just the leaders of tomorrow—they are the changemakers of today. We work side by side with young people, empowering them to take charge of their futures and their communities.