Carrera Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Program

A comprehensive youth development program for economically disadvantaged teens, females ages 13-15, to reduce teen pregnancy and births. Participants usually participate for three years, sometimes longer. The program is provided after school at local community centers, and runs for about three hours each weekdayIt includes five main activities:  1) Daily academic assistance (e.g., tutoring, homework help, assistance with college applications); 2 Job Club 1-2 times per week, including such activities as learning to complete a job application and interview for a job; 3) Family life and sex education 1-2 times per week, led by a reproductive health counselor; 4) Arts activities 1-2 times per week (e.g., music, dance, writing, or drama workshops); and 5) Individual sports activities 1-2 times per week (e.g., tennis, swimming, martial arts).  The program also provides free mental health and medical care through alliances with local health care providersA key component is reproductive health care, including physical exams, testing for sexually transmitted infections, a range of contraceptive options, and counselingThe program staff schedule the teens’ appointments and accompany them on their visits.  

Focus Population
Adolescents
Target Problems or Risk Factors
Teen Pregnancy
Level of Intervention
Selective
Settings in Which Program Can Be Delivered
Community
Latinos in Participant Samples
Yes - Moderate (16% to 30%)
Type of Program
Generic
Registry
Social Programs
Strength of Evidentiary Support
2-Star (⭐⭐) Social Programs
Cost of the Program
Yes
Availability of the program in Spanish and/or Portuguese
No Information
Contact Information
Children’s Aid
117 West 124th Street
3rd Floor, NY, NY 10027
Phone: 212-949-4936
E-mail: sholt@childrensaidnyc.org