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Updates from The NYC LGBT Community Center
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At The Center, we believe every young person deserves a safe, affirming space where they can thrive. Our Youth Drop-In
Center is open Monday through Friday after school, providing LGBTQ+ youth with a welcoming environment, free meals, peer support, leadership opportunities, and access to mental health resources.
We also offer arts and creative expression programs, educational workshops, and connections to trusted adults who can help navigate challenges—whether it’s dealing with bullying, finding inclusive healthcare, or simply needing a place to belong.
This school year, we’re committed to making sure LGBTQ+ youth don’t just make it through, but truly flourish—and we can’t do it without you. Whether you’re a parent, educator, ally, or supporter, you play a vital role in helping young people
feel seen, valued, and loved.
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What's Happening at The Center | | | | | Back to School Fair
Thursday, Sep. 25 | 5–7 PM
LGBTQ+ youth and young adults aged 13–22 are invited to celebrate the back to school season at The Center. Join us for our annual Back to School Fair and meet new friends, discover information about our paid internship programs and healthcare services, and receive complimentary giveaways such as books, backpacks, school supplies, and much
more.
Register Here | | | | | LGBTQ+ Youth Drop-In at The Center
Monday–Friday | 3:00–7:30 PM
Looking for a safe, welcoming space after school? The Center’s LGBTQ+ Youth Drop-In is
open Monday–Friday, 3–7:30 p.m. in the Keith Haring Community Wing. Youth who are at least 13 years old are invited to connect with friends, relax, and be themselves in an affirming, sober, environment—no sign-up required!
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Sing Out. Stand Proud. Join the Youth Pride Chorus!
Youth Pride Chorus (YPC) brings LGBTQ+ and allied young people ages 13–22 together to sing, perform, and create community. As part of The Center and in collaboration with Big Apple Performing Arts, YPC uses music to inspire social change and celebrate queer joy. Whether you're a seasoned performer or just love to sing, YPC is a place to find your voice, build
friendships, and make a difference.
Sign Up Today | | | | | Charting the Path Forward: The Future of LGBTQ+ Youth Substance Use Prevention
Monday, Sep. 15 | 9AM–3PM
Join the Prevention, Resources, Information, Data, and Evaluation (PRIDE) Symposium and learn from prevention providers from across NYC as they share best practices, explore
innovative interventions, and build stronger networks of support for LGBTQ+ youth.
Register Here | | | | | Take the 2025 New York State LGBTQ+ Health and Human Services Community Survey
This survey helps inform state agencies on the needs of LGBTQ+ New Yorkers and ways to provide better and
more widespread affirming care. All LGBTQ+ New Yorkers are encouraged to take the survey. You could receive a $200 gift card!
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| | Shout Out: Members Making a Difference!
This summer, The Center made a mini-tour connecting with our community outside the city. Special thanks to Jeff and Jeffery in Provincetown; Ben, Sharon, and David in Water Mill; and Rick and Peter in Fire Island Pines—all who hosted meet and greet events with The Center’s CEO,
Dr. Carla Smith, to make new friends and share updates on our work for the LGBTQ+ community. We love when our ambassadors take an extra step to connect changemakers to our mission. Would you like to host a reception for The Center at your home? Email us at [email protected]
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The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center
208 W 13 St, New York, NY 10011
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