YouthBuild is a community-based program that helps young people, typically ages 16 to 24, gain skills and education while working on affordable housing projects. Participants receive hands-on training in construction, leadership, and life skills, which prepares them for future employment and personal development. The program also emphasizes the importance of education, offering opportunities to earn a high school diploma or equivalent. By engaging in meaningful work and community service, YouthBuild participants not only improve their own lives but also contribute positively to their neighborhoods and society as a whole.