A Day in the Life of OYE

Scholar of the Month: Oscar Osorio

2012-02-08T13:37:00.000-08:00

My name is Oscar Eduardo Osorio. I am 17 years old and I was born on May 23, 1994 in the city of El Progreso. My sign is Gemini. I have 3 sisters. I am the only boy, thankfully, but I wouldn’t have minded having a brother. I study in Perla del Ulua High School. This is my last year. One of my goals is to continue with my studies. I will like to study computation and teach in the future.

A Bracelet for a New School Year

2012-02-07T15:04:00.000-08:00

We recently carried out an interview with Deneysis Labrada, an OYE volunteer from American University who wrote a research paper on OYE and the role of youth empowerment in promoting education. Q: What is your name and age, and where are you from?A: My name is Deneysis Labrada. I am 20 years-old. I am from Florida. Q: What is your current course of study?A: I am currently

GlobalGiving Bonus Day- Your contribution to OYE is worth 30% more!

2011-06-14T13:56:00.000-07:00

Want your donation dollars to have the greatest impact possible? On June 15, 2011 (from 00:01:00 to 23:59:59 Eastern time/GMT-4) the GlobalGiving Bonus Day offers a 30% match for your donations. Online donations of up to $1,000 per individual donor/per project are eligible to be matched at 30% only on Wednesday, June 15. Make your contributions to OYE go further with $75,000 of available

Copa OYE Soccer Tournament

2011-06-10T17:57:00.000-07:00

Under the extreme heat of Saturday afternoon Copa OYE officially kicked off with an opening ceremony followed by the first games of the tournament. The ceremony began as all participating teams filled onto the field to music and announcements over the loud speaker. OYE program coordinators (who are fully in charge of this years tournament) addressed the assembled athletes regarding

OYE's Birthday Party

2011-06-08T11:02:00.000-07:00

Saturday night OYE took advantage of the open space on the second level of its new office to host a karaoke and dance night for OYE scholars, families, and friends. This event was the culmination of OYE's 6th anniversary. As the sun set over El Progreso and the evening progressed, attendees enjoyed refreshments offered by the scholars in between dances and karaoke performances. A

OYE's 6th Anniversary celebration

2011-06-07T10:46:00.000-07:00

The OYE office bustled with activity in preparation for the organization's 6th anniversary celebration. In the days leading up to OYE's birthday many preparations where made including painting a new OYE logo on the building's exterior welcoming visitors as well as a new coat of paint on the interior in addition to decorative touches. Each program also prepared a table or wall to display the

OYE Brings Environmental Change to Cayos Cochinos

2011-05-19T14:41:00.000-07:00

For the second part of their environmental project, OYE youth program coordinators traveled with Ana Luisa Ahern and Michael Solis to Cayos Cochinos. While supermodels from Spain and Italy were roughing it on a nearby island while being filmed for the TV series “Survivor,” OYE engaged in a lagoon clean up with local Garifuna communities in East End and a beach-clean up in Chacahuate. In both

RACE4OYE: Support OYE's Marathon Runners...Support OYE!

2011-05-18T10:00:00.000-07:00

Marathon runners are mobilizing to raise money for OYE! Ana Luisa Ahern, Demetri Lopez, and Michael Solis will be participating in the San Pedro Sula Maraton de la Prensa in June, and they are running for OYE! Log onto their blogs to learn how you can support their cause, either through a donation or to place your bets on who will win. Michael's Blog Ana and Mechie's Blog No amount is too

What's the What at OYE?: May 2011 Newsletter

2011-05-12T12:58:00.000-07:00

What's the What at OYE?May 2011 OYE Scholars Vicente Rivera and Mariannie Madrid Greetings from OYE! As a much-loved member of the OYE family, you are receiving this spring newsletter to update you on some of OYE's most recent achievements and activities. Five months after awarding 91 youth from Honduras with OYE scholarships, OYE has been changing lives through leadership

OYE's Revista Jovenes Publishes its May Youth Magazine!

2011-05-04T14:35:00.000-07:00

Click here to access OYE's May 2011 Revista Jovenes

Eduardo Martín Hermana, OYE Volunteer and Donor, Funds COPA OYE!

2011-04-29T14:47:00.000-07:00

Eduardo Martín Hermana OYE would like to extend a special thank you to Eduardo Martín Hermana, a former OYE volunteer from Gijón (Asturias, España) who has made a generous donation to sponsor COPA OYE, OYE's annual soccer and volleyball tournament, for the second straight year. Eduardo studied physical therapy in the University of Oviedo and used his skills to

OYE Uses Disney Grant to Clean Pelo River

2011-04-26T15:02:00.000-07:00

More than 80 OYE scholars from each of OYE's programs (La Calle, Revista Jovenes, OYE el Ritmo, Copa OYE, and Intercambio Cultural), led by youth scholar Fabiola Oro, joined forces on Youth Service Day (April 16, 2011) to clean up El Progreso's act...that is, to have a positive and sustainable impact on the environment. Using funds OYE received from Disney Friends for Change, OYE scholars split

OYE's 2011 Spring Potluck

2011-04-26T14:40:00.000-07:00

OYE scholars and staff have been on break from school and work thanks to Semana Santa, but OYE has been busier than ever. Thanks to everyone for taking the time to come to OYE's 2011 Spring Potluck in support of OYE's scholars and programs. The event, which took place on April 9th, was a great success, and many of OYE's past volunteers were present to share their OYE stories, as well as

Heads up American University...

2011-04-18T09:45:00.001-07:00

We have the best volunteers. Good Luck!Make sure to send us some pictures.

OYE at Pulhapanzak

2011-04-13T19:38:00.000-07:00

In Honor of "National Volunteer Week" we decided to post a video of staff and volunteers exploring Pulhapanzak waterfall on their day off. This is one of many beautiful Honduran experiences, and we can't wait to share them with you.

OYE's Spring Potluck Invitation

2011-04-08T13:10:00.001-07:00

You are cordially invited to… OYE’s Spring Potluck! Date: Saturday April 9, 2011 Address: 3128 19th Street NWWashington D.C,Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Friends of OYE are raising money for OYE! Bring your favorite dish/dessert, at least one friend, and your OYE pride. All proceeds will support OYE’s Youth scholars and programs(Minimum suggested donation: $20)

OYE wins a DISNEY Friends for Change Grant!

2011-03-29T08:10:00.000-07:00

OYE received a $500 grant from Disney! OYE will be organizing a project to promote environmental protection, which includes not littering, a significant problem throughout Honduras. Stay posted for more information about OYE's project.

OYE Speak OUT

2011-03-25T12:29:00.000-07:00

By Felicia Byrd, MBC InternIn efforts to help fundraise and promte for OYE, Becados and the MBC interns gathered again in Mercedes Park to speak about OYE and to sell OYE shirts. While in the park, we did not sell any shirts but we spoke to a lot of people about OYE and its projects. It was a great way for the interns to spend more time with the Becados. The projects reminded me of just how bad

Celebración de Las Mercedes

2011-03-19T14:15:00.000-07:00

By Felicia Byrd (OYE Intern)On yesterday, March 18, 2011, I hosted the very first celebration in the Mercedes Community located in El Progreso Honduras. This is the community that I and the three other volunteers from Mary Baldwin College (Suyapa a.k.a Shawnay, Susan a.k.a Shanee and Karina a.k.a A'ra) have been investigating. After a month of observing and interacting with the community as

PHOTOS: Honduran school after JMU's visit

2011-03-12T14:34:00.000-08:00

PHOTOS: Honduran school before JMU's visit

2011-03-12T13:52:00.000-08:00

James Madison University Visits Honduras!

2011-03-12T12:50:00.000-08:00

Ten James Madison University students visited OYE this week to learn more about the realities of Honduras and to take part in a community service project at the Escuela Urbana Profesor Edgardo Rivera.JMU volunteers and intern Shawnay Mayers (aka Suyapa) after painting the Honduran school.Two young boys from the community Primero de Marzo.A brand new interior at a local Honduran school.Young

Bienvenidos to Spring Break Volunteers!

2011-03-12T12:33:00.000-08:00

OYE had the recent pleasure of hosting American University and James Madison University students from March 5-12, 2011. Both groups learned about Honduran education and the problems facing Honduran youth while taking part in community service projects with local youth groups and communities. Additionally, both groups made generous financial donations to OYE that will go to support OYE's scholars

American University Visits Honduras!

2011-03-12T12:00:00.000-08:00

This week OYE was happy to host 14 students from American University and their learning partner, Joe Otero, the father of OYE co-founder Justin Eldridge-Otero.American University students attending the forum on the Honduran Reality.Panelists from local schools and Comvida at the forum on the Honduran Reality, with translations by Ana-Luisa Ahern, OYE's co-founder.Atol breakfast at the central

Ahern-Kerndt Visit to OYE in El Progreso

2011-03-04T15:24:00.000-08:00

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Youth Leading Youth: OYE's Self-Esteem Classes

2011-03-03T07:33:00.000-08:00

The training includes classes organized by OYE staff for the scholarship leaders of the radio, sports, visual arts, and magazine programs, as well as training sessions for each of the teams of students who make up these programs. More general training sessions are carried out with the scholarship recipients at large and cover topics like “What is OYE?”, “Self-Esteem,” “

OYE's New Office

2011-02-23T13:21:00.001-08:00

Check out photos from OYE's brand new and improved office space!

Thoughts on OYE: A'ra Alston (Semester-long Volunteer)

2011-02-23T10:43:00.000-08:00

Author: A'ra Alston, Volunteer from Mary Baldwin CollegeComing to Honduras, I knew I would be working for OYE, but I had no clue exactly what I would be doing. My time here has been amazing. I have enjoyed working in the communities that OYE has agreed to help out. What I am most excited about however, is my project. In America, we have an organization called Big Brothers

Hugs and Kisses for OYE

2011-02-23T10:27:00.001-08:00

Author: Felicia Byrd, volunteer from Mary Baldwin College ‘Hugs and Kisses for OYE’ was an event that was originally supposed to be set up as a kissing booth. For 2 Lempiras, the community would get a red, cut-out heart with a Valentine’s Day message from OYE, a hug and a small kiss on the cheek from one of the volunteers. When I first proposed the idea to fellow OYE staff

OYE Scholarship Recipient of the Month: Yarli Yanes

2011-02-18T09:13:00.000-08:00

Yarli Yanes came to OYE in 2008 when she was just 17-years-old through an act of sheer luck. One day Yarli’s mother was walking by the OYE office in El Progreso and saw an advertisement for OYE’s scholarship program. Sra. Yanes stepped in the office to ask about the program, and she learned that the deadline for applying was the following day. After Sra. Yanes relayed the information to her

OYE’s Dynamic Abuela

2011-01-18T07:46:00.000-08:00

OYE has a five foot dynamo who is a wonderful supporter and fundraiser in Washington DC. She is Maria Teresa Otero, the grandmother of Justin Eldridge Otero, one of the founders of OYE and mother of Maria Otero, a former OYE board member. "Abuela" as she is affectionately called by nearly everyone, has nine children and countless grandchildren, many of whom have traveled to Honduras to volunteer

Resolve to make a difference in 2011

2011-01-14T06:45:00.000-08:00

Learn more here.

Faces of 2011

2011-01-10T15:47:00.000-08:00

Lots and Lots has been going on and we have not had time to fill you in, but we will soon. Until then here are two photos. One from the 2011 Scholarship Ceremony and the other from Januarys AltBreak volunteer group. SOMOS OYE 2011!!! GeorgeWashington Volunteers.

OYE Holiday Greeting!!

2010-12-15T08:49:00.000-08:00

Having trouble viewing this? Click here Holiday Greetings from OYE HondurasDecember 2010 Dear OYE Family,On behalf of the staff and youth of OYE, we would like to offer you our thanks for your continued support and our wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season.As OYE completes

A Three Step Process

2010-11-30T11:12:00.000-08:00

Ever wondered how OYE finds all these great kids to participate in our projects?Well I'll tell you...It's a three step process.Step OneEach student that would like to become a part of the OYE family starts by filling out an application. The applications are made available in the middle of September and the begining of Octuber. Applications take into account economic necessity, personal

Matt and Mary Clay Finish the Race!

2010-11-14T12:09:00.000-08:00

Matt and Mary Clary have completed their marathon. Congratulations!!!These two have been incredible supporters of OYE and its programs. They have helped us form strong alliances with both Mary Baldwin College and James Madison University, and their positive out-going personalities have formed great reputations for them among the OYE team and our scholars. Everyone at OYE seems to have some new

Never a Dull Moment at OYE Honduras

2010-11-06T08:33:00.000-07:00

There is never a dull moment when you are working to build 75 youth leaders in El Progreso Honduras, but some moments get a little more exciting than others. Over the last few weeks OYE has seen its programs grow, new alliances form, and an outpouring of public support. The month of October alone has been incredibly exciting! We stand on the verge of having 12 projects seven of

Thank you for your votes!

2010-10-22T22:01:00.000-07:00

Voting is closed and results are revealed tomorrow. Before we hear the final results I just wanted to thank everyone. I received emails from friends and family asking everyone to vote. Facebook was covered with support for OYE and friends were coming up to me saying they were helping spread the word. Time and time again OYE supporters have come out in force to vote and donate. The regional Stay

OYE RITMO Breaks it Down at Comvida

2010-10-22T14:05:00.000-07:00

At an event hosted by Comvida, another local foundation that works with and supports youth, OYE's radio group demonstrated how we break it down on the dance floor. Check out Jarli, Sophia, Ivelis, Cesar, Gustavo, and Luis represent OYE.

One more push!

2010-10-21T09:52:00.000-07:00

http://www.stayclassy.org/classy-awards?city_id=19 It is so encouraging to see all the support that has gotten OYE into second place! Thank you to everyone who voted. We are almost there but we need one more push to the top. Please post this link on your wall: http://www.stayclassy.org/classy-awards?city_id=19 and then email your friends and family for a few more votes. Again, thank you for

Expressing Our Rights

2010-10-16T08:39:00.000-07:00

Comvida, another local youth oriented organization, held an event October 7th, 8th, and 9th at which youth in El Progreso expressed their rights. The event targeted local youth and brought various institutions to the stage where they expressed their rights. Day one of the event was composed of a youth art workshop. Day two, was comprised of youth dances ranging from break-dance to danza

OYE Competes and Needs Your Vote

2010-10-09T13:38:00.000-07:00

Vote for OYE today!Organization for Youth Empowerment has been nominated as a Stay Classy Charity of The Year and is now competing as a City Finalist for DC. The Stay Classy Awards are sponsored by NBC and award over $100,000 worth of cash and prizes to deserving charities and individuals every year. This year OYE has the chance to compete for these prizes. After the initial nomination, judges

Promoting Youth Empowerment One Step at a Time

2010-10-06T10:02:00.001-07:00

OYE Honduras' volunteer community is litterally stepping up to the fundraising challenge. Mary Clay Thomas and Matt Trybus along with Ben Woodcock will all be running for a cause. Mary Clay and Matt have both tasted the Baleadas of El Progreso, Yoro and volunteered with OYE. They have decided that the simple task of training for and running a half marathon was not challenging enough, and so,

Planning for your Spring Break?

2010-10-06T09:40:00.000-07:00

Volunteer in Honduras. OYE offers a week in the heart of Latin America working with socially active individuals, in-depth cultural immersion and a look into the challenges facing Honduran communities. Your service-learning week promises to be jam packed with unforgettable memories. During the week you will see first hand the vibrant beauty of the Honduran culture and challenging reality that

OYE Takes Over Progreso

2010-10-02T14:59:00.000-07:00

Taking Over ProgresoIn a frenzy of organized chaos, OYE students plastered stickers on bumpers across El Progreso. Our army of youth leaders divided itself into two camps strategically positioned along the main boulevard and in the central park from which they ambushed innocent civilians ignorant to the existence of this youth organization. With the ultimate objectives of promoting OYE as an

2010-09-29T13:27:00.000-07:00

After five weeks of practice and classes, OYE`s students are producing art. These are some of the first drawings produced by OYE`s art program.

Ben Races for OYE!

2010-09-29T07:40:00.000-07:00

OYE's friend Ben is running the Niagara Falls Marathon and raising funds for OYE! Watch his progress on his blog as he tries to reach his goal of raising $1500 for OYE's youth programs in Honduras, and help him get there faster by donating through the secure link below. Thank you so much Ben for all of your support, and good luck training for race day!

September and October Issues of Revista Jovenes

2010-09-17T12:52:00.000-07:00

You can now view the September and October issue of OYE`s Revista Jovenes online... Open publication - Free publishing - More youth Special thanks to our sponsors for making this possible

Dia del Niño

2010-09-16T15:35:00.000-07:00

Dia del NiñoOn the tenth day of September, Honduras set aside a special day to celebrate the countries youth. And believe me there is a lot to celebrate in this country. Given the high birth rates and young pregnancies it seems like everyone here is youth or young at heart. Although in OYE we like to think we are all still youth, we are more accurately jovenes than niños. As adolescents the

Artist Capacity

2010-09-04T10:44:00.001-07:00