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About NYLB

A movement, not just an organisation.

Founded in La Brea in 2012, NYLB has grown from a community response into a multi-award-winning youth development organisation.

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Origin Story

Built from lived experience

No Youth Left Behind was created by Quincy Joseph to make sure young people facing the same barriers he once knew would have structured support, visible leadership, and a pathway to possibility.

Quincy Joseph

Founder

Quincy Joseph

Founder & Executive Director

"Our young people do not need to be saved. They need to be seen, supported, and given the right opportunity at the right time."
  • Founded NYLB in La Brea in 2012.
  • Led NYLB to national recognition across youth development and environmental leadership.
  • Advocates for eco-tourism as a practical employment pathway for young people.
  • Represents NYLB in media, community partnerships, and national forums.

Timeline

Key moments in the NYLB story

NYLB founded in La Brea

2012

NYLB founded in La Brea

Volunteerism in the Community award received

2014

Volunteerism in the Community award received

Christmas toy and food hamper drive expanded

2015

Christmas toy and food hamper drive expanded

Youth Developer of the Year recognition

2017

Youth Developer of the Year recognition

Pitch Lake Eco-Tourism partnership deepened

2019

Pitch Lake Eco-Tourism partnership deepened

Championship Youth Group of the Year

2022

Championship Youth Group of the Year

EMA Climate Champions recognition

2023

EMA Climate Champions recognition

Where We Work

Local roots, growing reach

La Brea HQ

La Brea HQ

#334 Vessigny St., Vessigny, La Brea

Tobago Office

Tobago Office

Buccoo, Tobago

NYLB

Empowering youth, building communities, and advancing sustainable development across Trinidad & Tobago since 2012.

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