March is Social Work Month, and it is a time to recognize and celebrate the invaluable contributions of social workers in creating positive change. This year’s theme is “Empowering Social Workers,” as recognized by National Association of Social Workers, highlights the crucial role social workers play in advocating for the rights and well-being of marginalized communities.

Storytelling is an art form that transcends boundaries and expands hope. Whether shared on their social media channels, recorded on podcasts, or exchanged in day-in-day interactions, it is important for youth to bring to life their lived experiences and perspectives. One way that our youth are voicing their stories is by becoming published authors!

An exciting trend is picking up at LAYC: welcoming team members from well outside the DMV. For #HispanicHeritageMonth, we asked 4 "new(ish)" members their thoughts on working in an org that serves over 2,000 Latina/o youth yearly. See what they said.

The latest cohort of AmeriCorps members celebrated their closing ceremony, making for an ideal time to reflect on the program’s life-changing nature.

At LAYC, everything we do supports youth development, and one way to encourage youth development is through youth expression. This is why the LAYC Teen Center is so special.

LAYC finished its first spring cohort for PYD! The feedback was positive. Staff learned and engaged with other team members outside their departments.

LAYC is thrilled to welcome Jaliel Amador, Sales Vice President for Public Sector at UnitedHealthcare, as the latest member of our Board of Directors!

Read about an ongoing partnership since that has made DoorDash one of LAYC’s strongest allies in fighting food insecurity in the regions we serve.

Gala 2023 was an unforgettable evening of elevating youth voices. From our youth panel to honoring community stalwarts who honor youth perspective, the evening will make an indelible mark on all who attended.

LAYC’s Food & Nutrition program is growing rapidly! Fresh produce in our pantry, more & more nutrition classes, a newly-planted garden and more mean a bright future for a program ensuring our youth’s health is a priority!

On February 16, 2023, the DC History Center, with its Latino/a/x Advisory Group, presented Movements + Moments: Latinx Youth Organizing, hosted at the Latin American Youth Center. Watch two titans of Latinx histories in DC immortalize in the public forum.

On World Social Work Day, join LAYC in recognizing the essential, multifaceted efforts that our social workers embark on every day to support our community.

“Kindness” was on the menu at Latin American Youth Center (LAYC) during the week of February 13-17, which is regionally recognized as the AmeriCorps Random Acts of Kindness Week.

Run to bring awareness about the need for equitable opportunities in STEM fields for girls and women. It’s what Wendy Martinez would have wanted.

LAYC is thrilled to welcome Lena Hernandez, Senior Director, External Affairs & Administration at D&P Creative Strategies, as the latest member of our Board of Directors!

The spirit of service flourished at LAYC across two events commemorating Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service!

A recent study of the Promotor Pathway®, flagship model of Latin American Youth Center (LAYC), has demonstrated an increase in long-term stability in the lives of youth participants in areas of education, employment, job stability and earnings compared to their peers.

Recent tragedies around the country have made it challenging to maintain high spirits this season. Our President and CEO Lupi Quinteros-Grady shares a message about how we must persevere through unity during trying times.