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About YESJ
The YESJ Legacy

Born From
Radical Love.

Reimagining youth empowerment in the Telugu heartland since 2015.

Our Story.

In the Telugu-speaking states, home to 85 million people, young lives encounter harsh realities daily—poverty, lack of education, and systemic exclusion.

"YESJ is convinced to spread a YES in the lives of youth by giving a helping hand to dream and realize their dreams."

Since 2015, we've been a beacon of light for those who are last, lost, and least. We walk alongside young people, unlashing their potential to lead meaningful lives.

Impact

The Philosophy.

YES

I have Dreams

YES

I am capable of fulfilling them

YES

I Can & I Will be the Dream

Sacred Foundation.

Ignatian spirituality meeting radical social transformation.

Contemplatio Ad Amorem

(Contemplation in Action)

Finding God in the broken dreams of marginalized youth and responding with radical solidarity.

Imago Dei

(Image of God)

Every young person is created in God's image, carrying infinite dignity and worth.

Cura Personalis

(Care for the Whole Person)

Holistic formation: intellectual, emotional, social, spiritual, physical.

Magis

(The More)

Always seeking greater justice, deeper transformation, not just incremental change.

Men & Women for Others

Forming leaders who serve, not just succeed.

The YESJ Way.

Our framework for systemic transformation.

PURPOSE

Building a Just World

Transforming youth lives, stimulating conscience for social commitment.

PROCESS

Integration

Long-term systematic approach with spiritual and social integration.

PROGRAMMES

Empowerment

10+ programs from English training to vocational skills.

PARTNERSHIPS

Collaboration

Fostering collaboration with like-minded individuals.

PERSEVERANCE

Commitment

Never-Ending commitment to faith and hope.

Fr. Bala Bollineni SJ
Founder & Director

Fr. Bala Bollineni, SJ

The visionary behind the movement, Fr. Bala brings years of Jesuit ministry experience to the Telugu states. His conviction that "every youth deserves a YES" sparked this revolution.