Youth Counseling
RAP Group
Tuesdays from 5:00 - 6:30pm at SMYAL
Many of our youth come to SMYAL looking for a safe space to talk openly about the issues they face every day due to their sexual orientation and gender identity, in addition to the issues facing all adolescents growing up in the DC metro region. Our weekly rap group gives them an opportunity to speak about what's on their mind and get support from their peers and from SMYAL staff members and volunteers.
Referrals
Youth can also self-refer to any of our programs. If you are interested in connecting a youth to SMYAL programs and rap group, please contact:
Dominique Parris
Peer Education Coordinator 202.546.5940 ext. 116
dominique.parris@smyal.org
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