NAZA's Mission
NAZA’s mission is to increase youths’ equitable access to out-of-school time learning experiences that help youth thrive and develop to their full potential. Launched in 2009 by Mayor Karl Dean, the Nashville After Zone Alliance (NAZA) is a partnership between the Nashville Public Library, Metro Nashville Public Schools, the Mayor’s Office, and over 30 youth development organizations all working collaboratively to improve the learning experiences of youth. Learn more.
The need for NAZA is demonstrated by the following statistics:
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What does it mean to be resourceful? How does it related to problem-solving? And why are these skills important for your life? Watch this video to learn more, then head over to our website for tips on how you can help the young people in your life develop these skills: nashvillez.org/holisticdevelopment/home/
Do you want to help a young person in your life develop the skills they need to succeed, but aren’t sure where to start? NAZA has created activity workbooks to help youth develop the skills they need to succeed in education, career, and life. Visit nashvillez.org/holisticdevelopment/home to view or download.