Continuing its commitment to local youth advocacy, the Mathews chapter of Continental Societies, Inc., inducted two new members—Khadijah Payne and Carolyn Hayes—during a ceremony held on Saturday, Dec. 20. The induction marks a period of growth for the local chapter of the national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. As the newest members of the society, Payne and Hayes will join a cohort of volunteers focused on enhancing the welfare of underserved children and youth throughout the Mathews area. The Mathews chapter spearheads initiatives that address five key areas of youth development: Health and Wellness; Education and Literacy; Employment and Career Readiness; Recreation, and Arts and Humanities. The mission of Continental Societies, Inc., is to create environments within our communities that empower children, striving to ensure every child has access to the quality opportunities necessary to reach their optimal potential, a release stated. Through various community-based activities ...