SMYAL supports & empowers LGBTQ+ youth.

We actively work to create a world where queer and trans youth thrive through affirming programs and services designed to develop critical life skills, build community, and foster a sense of belonging.

Servicios para jóvenes

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From community-building programs to scholarships, we’ve got your back.

Affirming Therapy

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Connect to affirming, empowering, and accessible mental health counseling. 

You are not alone.

Housing Support

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If you’re looking for affirming housing support, you’re in the right place.

Empower LGBTQ+ Youth to Thrive

Since our founding in 1984, SMYAL has provided LGBTQ+ with safe, affirming, and empowering spaces where they can be fully themselves. And while the needs of LGBTQ+ youth have evolved over the last four decades, SMYAL’s dynamic work to best support young people has also evolved to meet the moment.

Our services are made possible by the generous contributions of our community.

Help SMYAL continue to make a difference in the lives of LGBTQ+ youth.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 | MARRIOTT MARQUIS | 10:30 AM

 

SMYAL’s 40th Anniversary Fall Brunch

Tickets are now on sale to join us at SMYAL’s Fall Brunch in celebration of our 40th Anniversary!

SMYAL’s premier supporter event, the annual Fall Brunch, includes a cocktail reception featuring a fabulous silent auction, a three-course brunch, and a chance to hear from some of our community’s most inspiring leaders.

Every year, the Fall Brunch brings together LGBTQ+ and allied community members, friends, and families in support of the inspirational youth SMYAL works with every day.

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SMYAL apoya y empodera a los jóvenes LGBTQ+ de 6 a 24 años.

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📣 It's almost here! 🌟 Don't miss out on a marvelous celebration of LGBTQ+ youth leaders at SMYAL for Summer in just TWO DAYS ☀️Join us at Franklin Hall as we unveil the winners of this year's SMYAL Scholarships Prepare to be inspired by their incredible achievements! ✨ Plus, enjoy a special performance by Mia Vanderbilt!The clock is ticking! Get your tickets at bit.ly/3RDMent ... Ver másVer menos
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SMYAL for Summer is just one week away! Join SMYAL and special performer Mia Vanderbilt on July 25th as we celebrate LGBTQ+ youth leaders at SMYAL for Summer! ☀️We're meeting at Franklin Hall for the highly-anticipated announcement of this year's SMYAL Scholarship Awardees, including winners of the Youth Leadership Awards and Sophie's Live Out Loud Award✨Don't miss out on this empowering event. Mark your calendars, and get your tickets at SMYAL.org/summer. See you there! 🎉 ... Ver másVer menos
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July 16th is International Drag Day! We at SMYAL want to express our love and appreciation for all the drag performers who have graced our community with their incredible presence. We cannot thank you enough for the work that you do! Drag is art. Drag is expression. Drag is revolutionary. Drag is FUN!Check out some of the drag performers we've had at our events in the last year including @kingprettydc, @tarahoot, @venusvalhalla, @theonlysidora, @romannoodle.xx, and @bigbadbombshell! Support your local drag artists!Photos by: @kaloramaphoto @kennedycenter and @arwenclemansphoto ... Ver másVer menos
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Camp Free2Be is 2 days away! It's time to meet your Senior Counselors!Last, but certainly not least, meet Sydney! Sydney uses She/They pronouns and is most excited about EVERYTHING!!! She can't wait for all the games we will be playing, the laughs we will share, and of course the friendships we will make! ... Ver másVer menos
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Have clothes your family has grown out of? We are accepting donations of new and gently used clothes, shoes, accessories, and gender affirming items (binders, body-safe tape, wigs etc) that would be appropriate for youth ages 5-18. Donations will be collected at the DC LGBTQ Community Center during their open hours.When: July 10th-23rd➡️ Monday through Friday 12-6pm and Saturday 11 am-3pmWhere: The DC Center is in the Reeves Municipal Center, 2000 14th St NW #105 ... Ver másVer menos
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