FBW Youth Development
Youth Development empowers youth through leadership, education, and community engagement.
The Youth Development Team
A Platform Led by Youth, for The Youth.
SM Abid Ibtihaj
Chief Coordinator
Nabila Ahmed
Event Creative Coordinator
Farhan Rahman
Youth Lead Director
Maliha Rahman
General Secretary
Raisha Tayba
Lead Creative Coordinator
Our Mission
At FBW: Youth Development, we empower young people through education, civic engagement, and youth-led spaces. We foster leadership, elevate underrepresented voices, and champion both academic excellence and creativity. Our mission is to help teens grow into confident changemakers, ready to lead and uplift their communities. Get ready to make a difference this summer — learn, grow, have fun, make new friends, and earn community service hours along the way! Look forward to Charter Clubs in your schools. More information about Charter Clubs will be released some time between 9/4 and 10/25.
Our Vision
We envision a future where all youth have the resources, confidence, and community support to lead change. New York is full of bright potential, young people with powerful ideas, just waiting for a platform to shine. At FBW: Youth Development, we want you to come for real solutions to everyday issues. By investing in youth-led initiatives today, we’re building a more just, inclusive, and empowered generation tomorrow.
Events and Activities
FBW: Youth Development Opening Ceremony – Jackson Heights, 7/11/25
Heartfelt Thanks to all the students, parents, and guest speakers who joined us.
Special appreciation to the tutoring centers, Flushing Bank, and our incredible community leaders & politicians for your presence and support.
FBW: Youth Development Participates in July Beyond Borders Event – Long Island City, 7/25/25
FBW: Youth Development Promotes Social Determinants of Health in Astoria with the Astoria Welfare Association and Community Affairs – Astoria, 8/4/25
FBW: Youth Development Raises Awareness of Autism and Asthma in Youth Advocacy Carnival – Richmond Hill, 8/22/25
Congrats to our participant artists for Drawing 3!
Nusrat, Oarisa, and Nafisa!
Youth Led Initiatives
