Partners believes that youth are powerful agents of change, actively working together to find solutions to present-day problems in order to create a better future. Their talents and abilities must be nurtured and reinforced as they become mature and influential adult leaders who will build new opportunities for new generations. Partners' programs provide youth with the necessary tools and resources they need to realize their potential as leaders, to help them transcend barriers and to empower them to make a difference through their actions and ideas.

Partners currently implements the Youth Ambassador Program, which is a US State Department sponsored cultural exchange program that brings together youth from diverse communities across the Americas, ages 15-18, to build understanding among countries, increase leadership skills, and prepare them to be positive agents of change through volunteer service. They engage with local government and civic organizations, build relationships with host families and youth, and participate in skills-based trainings that enable and empower them to mobilize their communities towards positive change.

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Staff Profile

Abraham Cisne (Program Officer)

Abraham holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Latin American Studies from Temple University. He started as a Program Officer with the Youth Engagement Team in early 2011. As a college student and professional, he has experienced working, studying, and living in the Caribbean and Central and South America. During these periods abroad, Abraham worked in the areas of civic engagement, youth leadership, education, and art for social change. In the US, his experience with youth includes years of being a teacher’s assistant, tutor, and a swimming instructor. He very much enjoys volunteering and is passionate about music, film and other forms of media especially as a means for social change and empowering youth. Abraham believes very much in cross cultural exchanges and considers that they foster creativity and help break down barriers that can impede our personal and societal growth.