MTP's CLEO program empowers youth in Saint Paul to make the world a better place!
More about CLEO
What is CLEO?
CLEO (Community Leadership and Employment Opportunities) is for youth who want to step up, speak up, and make an impact. In CLEO, you’ll build skills, explore careers, grow your confidence, and meet real community leaders who are creating change right now.
You’ll get support with school, help finding a part-time job or internship, and one-on-one guidance to help you plan your future — whether that’s college, apprenticeship, a career, or something you’re still figuring out. You’ll get to know other future leaders, and together you will go out in the community, meet changemakers, and help others. Along the way, you’ll learn how to use your voice, stand up for what matters to you, and open doors for yourself and your community.
Youth-Driven Activities
If you want to lead — in your school, your neighborhood, or your city — CLEO is your space.
Build your future. Build your power. Build your path.
Why Join CLEO?
- Meet elected officials, organizers, labor leaders, and community changemakers
- Build leadership, teamwork, and public-speaking skills
- Level up your academic success with helpful support
- Get help finding a part-time job or connections to an internship
- Learn real-life skills — finances, job search, communication, and leadership
- Explore careers in government, nonprofits, advocacy, unions, and more
- Plan for your future: college, work, apprenticeship, or training
- Be part of a squad of youth who support and hype each other up
What Makes CLEO Different?
- It’s about leadership, voice, community, and action
- You’ll meet real decision-makers and see how change actually happens
- You get consistent one-on-one support, not “check in and disappear” services
- We don’t just talk about the future — we help you build it
Want More Info?
Send us an email, or call us at 612-405-0894