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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Need a little Monday morning pick-me-up? Check out this fun video the youth in the NAZA-funded CASE program at Global Outreach Developments Int'l made!
Join NAZA-funded partners and afterschool providers around the country to celebrate Lights On Afterschool on October 26!![]()
View details of our partners events here: nashvillez.org/loa2023/