On this page you'll find resources to connect to organizations that better the rights and social status of youth citizens including minority youth, immigrants, and LGBT youth.
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The ACLU of Maryland works to ensure that all people in the state of Maryland are free to think and speak as they choose and can lead lives free from discrimination and unwarranted government intrusion. We are guided in our work by the United States Bill of Rights and the Maryland Declaration of Rights. We act without partisanship to achieve these goals.
3600 Clipper Mill Rd Suite 350 Baltimore MD 21211
AZIZA/PE&CE Youth Programming (10yrs) is a progressive, social, entrepreneurship model developed to improve the quality of life of marginalized youth ages 12-24. It serves as an in-school, OST (out-of-school time) and summer program. AZIZA/PE&CE uses fashion, fitness, arts, music, mentoring, entertainment, and education to develop social, emotional, cultural, life, and critical thinking skills.
3503 N. Charles St Baltimore MD 21218
The purpose of the Youth Commission is to give youth the opportunity to provide advice, recommendations, and information for the Mayor, the City Council, and municipal agencies on the development of community and government policies, programs, and services that support children, youth, and their families.
7 E. Redwood Street 5th Floor Baltimore MD 21202
The Maryland State Department of Education oversees and supports every school district’s implementation of the McKinney-Vento Education for Homeless Children and Youth Program. This program can provide students and parents who lack stable housing with information about their education rights and the services available to them through their schools.
Baltimore United for Change (BUC) is a coalition of organizations and activists with a long track record of working for social justice in Baltimore. BUC meets with youth, residents, lawmakers, and other community leaders to pursue legislative and policy transformation. It also offers legal support to protesters (including a jail hotline, lawyers and bail money), rapid response teams in the face of police aggression, and a food system founded on food justice.
BARCS’s vision is to become a model open admission shelter, a shelter that does not turn away an animal that has no place to go, and a true resource for the people and animals of Baltimore. We envision an animal shelter where all animals in good health and temperament find new homes, where they are housed in a low-stress, comfortable environment, where spay/neuter surgeries are offered at low-cost to the Baltimore community, where residents can turn to in times of personal crisis for help with their pet, where citizens are educated on the proper care of animals, and where abused and neglected animals can receive the love and care they need to recover.
301 Stockholm St Baltimore MD 21230
Black Lives Matter DMV is the DC, MD, and Northern VA arm of the global movement striving for the liberation of ALL Black people. It is a collective of organizers, activists, and artists who work to combat anti-blackness and racialized oppression in all of its manifestations as experienced by Black and African diasporic people.
Baltimore MD
This program is an opportunity for Baltimore City Public School high school students to work alongside graduate students in the MICA Master of Fine Arts in Community Arts Program to develop innovative arts and social justice based programs with and for community.
1430 Carswell St Baltimore MD 21218
The mission of Catherine’s Family and Youth Services (CFYS) organization is to improve the quality of life for all residents living in Northwest Baltimore and surrounding areas. CFYS is dedicated to serving low to no income families, the LGBTQ+ community and youth within our target area with services that improve the quality of life and family.
2835 Virginia Ave Baltimore MD 21215
Center for Black Equity – Baltimore works to improve the well-being and quality of life for Black LGBT individuals and their allies by setting a standard of excellence in the Black LGBT community through health and wellness, spiritual and economic empowerment, social justice, and coalition building. We provide a space for Gay, Bi, Same Gender Loving men of color to breakdown barriers and help facilitate personal transformation. We provide support groups, educational programming, faith and spirituality events for Black LGBTQ people and our allies.
2530 North Charles Street 3rdFloor Baltimore MD 21218
Centro SOL’s mission is to promote equity in health and opportunity for Latinos by advancing clinical care, research, education, and advocacy at Johns Hopkins and beyond in active partnership with our Latino neighbors. Centro’s staff dedicate their time and expertise to promote excellence for Latino Health and organize working groups, who meet periodically. Centro’s staff also creates partnerships with the community, which are open to grow in number.
No onsite address 21224
C-SAHM is committed to improving the physical and psychological health and well being of all adolescents through advocacy, clinical care, health promotion, health service delivery, professional development, and research. C-SAHM members come from a variety of medical and non-medical disciplines including physicians, nurse practitioners, psychologists, social workers, health educators, and other health professionals.
Community Advocates for You is a network of professionals, parents, and community advocates who have joined forces to provide person-centered support to individuals with disabilities and their families. Most of our services are at no cost to our clients.
P.O. Box 113 Owings Mills MD 21117
CLIA’s introduces Baltimore City students to law and policy while teaching them to be critical thinkers, problem-solvers, active citizens and community leaders. CLIA develops young people to be leaders by connecting them to opportunities to amplify their voices, cultivate their skills, and actively participate in the process of positive community change.
4709 Harford Road Baltimore MD 21214
ELG is a nonprofit licensed by Behavioral Health Services, and CARF Accredited to provide Level I Outpatient care, Level II Intensive Outpatient care, Withdrawal Management, Outpatient Mental Health, Psychiatric Rehabilitation Counseling for Adults and Minors, and Men’s Transitional Housing.
4804 York Road Suite 2 Baltimore MD 21212
GLSEN Maryland is a chapter of GLSEN, a national organization fighting for every student’s right to a safe, supportive education. GLSEN Maryland is a grassroots initiative, working locally in the community to ensure safe schools for all students, regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity.
GBUL helps disadvantaged Marylanders gain access to equal opportunity in employment, education, health care, housing and the civic arena. They have a youth empowerment program, entrepreneurship center, and workforce development program.
512 Orchard St Baltimore MD 21201
Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope. Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake has an open-door policy: All who believe that everyone needs a decent, affordable place to live are welcome to help with the work, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, political views or any of the other distinctions that too often divide people. In short, Habitat welcomes volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds and also serves people in need of decent housing regardless of race or religion. Multiple programs are designed for students and youth.
Homeownership Program: A 12-18 month program for first-time homebuyers who want to own an affordable home in Central Maryland.
HabiCorps: 10.5 month-long hands-on training program for individuals facing employment barriers. HabiCorps Trainees earn a living allowance while building affordable homes with Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake.
3741 Commerce Drive Suite 309 Baltimore MD 21227
Historic East Baltimore Community Action Coalition Youth Opportunity Center (HEBCAC-YO) addresses the education, counseling, and career development and training needs of out of school youth in East Baltimore. Our caring and knowledgeable staff provides: on site GED and pre-GED classes; individual and group counseling; career training in high growth industries (such as healthcare, hospitality, and construction); life skills workshops and clubs and other fun social activities. YO! serves out-of-school youth and young adults by providing wide-ranging support services and opportunities for participants to reach their academic and career goals. We also connect youth to other needed wrap-around services such as housing, family support and healthcare by referral.
1212 N Wolfe St Baltimore MD 21213
The Holistic Life Foundation is a Baltimore-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to nurturing the wellness of children and adults in underserved communities. Through a comprehensive approach, children develop their inner lives through yoga, mindfulness, and self-care. HLF demonstrates a deep commitment to learning, community, and stewardship of the environment. HLF is also committed to developing high-quality evidence-based programs and curriculum to improve community well-being.
1014 W 36th Street Suite 403 Baltimore MD 21211
JOTF develops policies and programs to increase skills, job opportunities, and incomes of low wage workers and job seekers in Maryland. Programs include JumpStart, which prepares city residents to become licensed carpenters, plumbers, or electricians, and the MD CASH Campaign, which provides financial counseling, education, and advocacy.
201 N. Charles Street Suite 2404 Baltimore MD 21201
The mission of the JHU LEAH training program is to develop the next generation of leaders in interdisciplinary approaches to adolescent health promotion and disease prevention with a primary goal of reducing health disparities. The program trains individuals from five core disciplines including medicine, social work, nutrition, psychology, and nursing to integrate their skills through demonstrated leadership. Throughout our training the focus is on approaches that will reduce health disparities so that the next generation of African American and Latino youth will enter adulthood with health status on par with the majority of European American adults.
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Johns Hopkins: Community Psychiatry Program at The Johns Hopkins Hospital
Johns Hopkins: Johns Hopkins Asthma & Allergy Center
Johns Hopkins: The Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth (CTY)
Johns Hopkins: Center for Educational Outreach (CEO) at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins: Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth Summer Programs
Johns Hopkins: Children’s Mental Health Center (CMHC) at Johns Hopkins Hospital
Johns Hopkins: Center for Adolescent and Young Adult Health at Johns Hopkins Harriet Lane
Johns Hopkins: Birth Companions at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing
Advocate for public policy at the local, state and federal levels to improve the lives of LGBT people, people affected by HIV, and their families and allies.
LBS is a grassroots think-tank which advances the public policy interest of Black people in Baltimore through youth leadership development, political advocacy, and autonomous intellectual innovation.
4151 Park Heights Ave Suite 207 Baltimore MD 21215
LIGHT Health & Wellness Comprehensive Services, Inc. provides comprehensive services to economically disadvantaged children, younger and older adults and families who are impacted by HIV/AIDS. Services encompass: child care; psychosocial services; client advocacy; cultural and recreational activities for families; community outreach; and education and prevention services. Services for youth include:Provides comprehensive services to economically disadvantaged children, younger and older adults and families who are impacted by HIV/AIDS. Services encompass: child care; psychosocial services; client advocacy; cultural and recreational activities for families; community outreach; and education and prevention services. Services for youth include:
2200 North Monroe St Baltimore MD 21217
The mission “to support and encourage pediatricians in the promotion of optimal health for all of Maryland’s children and adolescents” speaks to the commitment to the health and well being of all children. The MDAAP initiates and supports numerous programs that respond to the needs of children.
MDSNAP provides free special education advocacy and referrals. They help families prepare for IEP and IFSP meetings, and provide IEP advocacy. While their primary focus is on serving the Jewish community, they welcome questions from and strive to be inclusive of the entire Baltimore community.
5708 Park Heights Ave Baltimore MD 21215
The Maryland Suspension Representation Project provides legal advice and representation to students facing suspension or expulsion to ensure that they have the best chances of staying in school. It is a partnership of Public Justice Center, Disability Rights Maryland, Office of the PublicDefender, and Youth, Education and Justice Clinic at University of Maryland School of Law.
Baltimore MD
MIMA promotes community well-being, economic development, and integration of immigrant communities. They help in identifying needs and opportunities that immigrants bring to our city, while developing public-private partnerships to strengthen the development of these communities. Sponsored events include but are limited to Baltimore Welcoming Week, Immigrant Heritage Month, Immigration Action, New Americans Task Force, and communityMATTERS Newsletter.
100 N Holiday Street Baltimore MD 21202
OPWWEE BmoreWet!, a STEM program by OMOL, focuses on youth ages 10 -18 called Mariners. Mariners are exposed to mental wellness in nature through marine education, water access (fishing, boating, kayaking) and aquatic STEM research.
2810 Shirley Ave Baltimore MD
Park Heights Renaissance (PHR) represents residents, businesses, religious institutions, schools, agencies, and other stakeholders committed to shaping a better future for Park Heights. PHR offers community and web based housing, education, health, community engagement, and public safety resources.
3939 Reisterstown Rd Suite 268 Baltimore MD 21215
The PJC’s Education Stability Project provides legal advice and representation to students experiencing homelessness and students facing suspension or expulsion to ensure that they have the opportunity to remain and succeed in school. The PJC uses legal advocacy tools to pursue social justice, economic and race equity, and fundamental human rights for people who are struggling to provide for their basic needs. The PJC is a civil legal aid office that provides advice and representation to low-income clients, advocates before legislatures and government agencies, and collaborates with community and advocacy organizations.
201 N Charles Street Suite 1200 Baltimore MD 21201
Roberta’s House is a safe place where children, teens and adults discover that they are not alone in their grief. Children with their families share their feelings, memories and experiences in an atmosphere of acceptance with the love and support of trained volunteers.
928 E. North Ave Baltimore MD 21202
The St. Francis Neighborhood Center offers a range of programs and services to meet the needs of Reservoir Hill and Penn North residents. In addition to an after school program and summer camp, they offer weekly food distributions, senior socials, computer lab access, adult education programs, community clean-ups, and an internship program.
2405 Linden Ave Baltimore MD 21217
The Choice Program is a community-based, family-centered case management approach to delinquency prevention and youth development. Focusing on providing support in at-risk environments, The Choice Program empowers youth and engages families through a multitude of services adapted to individual needs.
1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore MD 21250
The Pride Center of Maryland (PCOM) is the state’s primary source for guidance, education, cultural competency, and services to improve quality of life, especially for LGBTQ+/SGL (same-gender-loving) youth, adults, elders, and allies of all backgrounds, ethnicities, perspectives, genders, sexualities, and cultures.
Through youth development, mental health, violence prevention, support services, and trauma-informed care programs, PCOM advocates for equity, justice, and safe access to well-being and protection while building bridges and understanding between diverse communities.
2418 St Paul St Baltimore MD 21218
The Violet Project provides sexual and reproductive health education and resources to all youth in Maryland. At violetproject.org, youth can learn about these topics and order safer sex products, menstrual products, and STI testing, all for FREE! The Violet Project is by youth, for youth, with many volunteer opportunities for teens and young adults!
600 North Wolfe Street Phipps 248 Baltimore MD 21287
Tri-Hearts Counseling provides individual, family, and group therapy.
Tri-Hearts PRP programs provide mentoring services for children and adolescents. Participants learn ways to address their concerns, through fitness activities, educational tutoring, peer groups, and monthly events to become self-sufficient.
5602 Baltimore National Pike Suite 204 Catonsville MD 21228
Year Up’s mission is to close the Opportunity Divide by providing young adults with the skills, experience, and support that will empower them to reach their potential through professional careers and higher education. They offer a yearlong Workforce Development Program for young adults 18 to 29 years of age:
YMCA Druid Hill, 1609 Druid Hill Avenue 3rd Floor Baltimore MD 21217
The Youth Leadership & Advocacy Network is comprised of 45+ member organizations and individuals dedicated to collaboration and resource sharing in order to impact three defined areas of interest: Youth Opportunity, Youth Violence Prevention and Education Relevancy and Application. The Center is a city-wide youth leadership network, designed to connect youth leaders across the city and assist them in leveraging resources to empower their voice in the decision-making processes that impact their well-being and healthy transition to adulthood.
Baltimore MD
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