Business Details
We are Dragonfly23, a dedicated organization committed to empowering youth and young adults aged 1023. Founded by activist Nubia Anacius, we have built a legacy of over 20 years dedicated to fostering resilience and growth. Our founders activist background and 20year tenure as a therapeutic foster parent inform every program we design. We deliver evidencebased counseling, intervention, and lifeskills programs tailored to each clients unique journey. Our mission is to provide the tools, resources, and support necessary for every individual to reach their highest potential. We prioritize safety, structure, and integrity in all services, ensuring lasting positive impact for families and communities.
We offer specialized legal assistance for undocumented youth, helping them secure work permits and residency status. We collaborate closely with schools, community agencies, and consulates to create a seamless support network. Our housing voucher program guarantees stable, affordable living environments for those transitioning from foster care or homelessness. We measure success through tangible outcomes: increased independence, higher academic performance, and lawful employment attainment. Our unwavering commitment to client satisfaction drives every decision, ensuring that each client receives personalized, compassionate care.
We offer specialized legal assistance for undocumented youth, helping them secure work permits and residency status. We collaborate closely with schools, community agencies, and consulates to create a seamless support network. Our housing voucher program guarantees stable, affordable living environments for those transitioning from foster care or homelessness. We measure success through tangible outcomes: increased independence, higher academic performance, and lawful employment attainment. Our unwavering commitment to client satisfaction drives every decision, ensuring that each client receives personalized, compassionate care.
Highlights and features
- We have 20 years of experience working with youth.
- We provide evidencebased counseling and lifeskills programs.
- Our services guarantee a stable, safe environment for growth.
- We assist legal immigration processes for undocumented youth.
- Our mission ensures clients reach their highest potential.
Services
Counseling
Our counseling sessions provide a confidential space for youth aged 1023 to explore emotional challenges and develop coping strategies. By integrating evidencebased techniques, we help clients build resilience, improve selfesteem, and set achievable goals. Clients leave with practical tools and a renewed sense of agency for their future.
Intervention
Our intervention programs target crisis situations for youth and young adults, offering rapid assessment and tailored action plans. We collaborate with families, schools, and community agencies to ensure comprehensive support during transitions. The result is a smoother transition and reduced risk of negative outcomes for each client.
LifeSkills Program
Our LifeSkills Program equips youth 1023 with essential life management skills such as budgeting, timemanagement, and communication. Participants learn through interactive workshops, roleplaying, and realworld simulations to apply skills confidently. Successful completion leads to increased independence, higher academic performance, and better employment readiness.
Legal Application
We assist undocumented youth by coordinating legal assistance to obtain work permits and residency status. Our team collaborates with immigration attorneys, consulates, and social workers to streamline the application process. Clients gain lawful employment opportunities and the ability to remain in the United States legally.
Housing Voucher
Our Housing Voucher program provides secure housing options for youth transitioning from foster care or homelessness. We work with local landlords and housing authorities to ensure affordable and safe living arrangements. Clients experience stability, which supports educational focus and overall life progression.
