The Spot Youth Center

UPDATE: Since the pandemic started, The Spot as a physical space has been closed and some of the programs housed there have transitioned to virtual programming. The future is uncertain, but in the meantime if you are or know youth in the area seeking programs or connections to their community, seek out Asian Health Services Youth Program Banteay Srei and Aypal: Building API Community Power. This page will remain up for a while, at least we can save some of the data. Thank you!

It's that time of the year again! The Asian Health Services Bridging Generations summer program is looking for its next pair of coordinators!

Interested in applying?
DEADLINE IS MAY 1, 2020!
Send a RESUME & COVER LETTER to [email protected]!

For any questions regarding the opportunity or program, feel free to message us here on Facebook, our Instagram (.yp), or our email [email protected]!

GET READY FOR NEXT THURSDAY FOLKS!

YP's KPOP Trivia Night is just around the corner, and we want YOU to gather your friends and show us what you got! Teams will compete for prizes in an evening of food, fun, and fandom!

SIGN UP YOUR TEAM HERE:
https://tinyurl.com/YPKPop
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EVENT DETAILS
DATE: THURSDAY FEB. 27, 2020
LOCATION: 310 8th St Suite 102 | Oakland, CA 94607
TIME: 4-6PM

See you there!

PROGRAMS TO KICK OFF 2020! 🙂 Apply now!!!

IWAY Wellness
Mondays | 4-5:30pm
Mental and emotional wellness is a growing topic being reflected upon by youth, and the IWAY Wellness program provides opportunity for them to express themselves through various artistic mediums and discussions. The IWAY program will be starting on January 27, 2020.

Boyz II Men
Wednesdays | 4:30-6pm
In a world where masculinity is heavily defined by what is seen in the media and society, it is difficult for teenage boys to grasp onto and take agency over their own identities without being influenced. Boyz II Men is a space for young men of color to explore identity and the systems that play into how they navigate the world. Sessions for Boyz II Men will be starting on January 29, 2020.

UPGRADE U
Thursdays | 4-6pm
AHS YP will be holding weekly workshops for youth working towards higher education and the workforce. The workshops will be focused on support and knowledge regarding higher education (college panels, applying to college, financial aid, etc.) and also be geared towards preparing youth through professional development (resumes, mock interviews, LinkedIn, etc.).

PEER LEADERS
Fridays | 4-5/5:30pm
$100 stipend for Peer Leader participants!
Peer Leaders is a great opportunity to discuss and plan projects around issues in health but also rack up volunteer hours for doing so! Program sessions will begin on January 10, 2020 and will cover topics including reproductive health, mental health, exploration in medicine, and more!

GLOW: Getting the Lowdown On Wellness
TBD
$150 stipend for facilitators!
The GLOW Project is an initiative we are working on to promote awareness and education around Substance Use, HIV, and Hepatitis C in the Alameda community. Requirements for GLOW facilitators are:
- Be between the ages of 13-24 years old
- Attend 6-8 hours of training
- Conduct at least 1 20 min presentation to at least 10 youth (14-24 years old) in Alameda county

If you know anyone 14-18 interested in health, advocacy, and education, encourage them to sign up for AHS Youth Programs at:

tinyurl.com/RegisterAHSYP
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This Thursday, Asian Health Services Youth Program's Upgrade U will be having a workshop facilitated by a UC Berkeley Admissions Officer on the application process and debunking PIQs! After, AHS YP will be holding a pumpkin carving event to fulfill all your spooky needs -- YOU WON'T WANNA MISS THESE EVENTS! Come through!

TOMORROW IS OUR FIRST SESSION OF UPGRADE U! For those interested in pursuing higher education, come to The Spot (299 13th St Oakland) and learn about the different pathways into it! Meet and learn from the greats! 🤓🎓🧠👏🏽

• Jillian Rausa (they/them) | UC Riverside (BS), Boston University (MPH)

• Miranda Hernandez (she/her) | UC Berkeley (BA), University of Miami (MS), Pepperdine University (JD/MPP)

• Omar Alonzo (he/him) | UC Berkeley (BA)

Want a $20 e-gift card? Slide through in about 30 minutes and attend our focus group! 🙂

Fun and impactful community service opportunity this Sunday. Meetup spot is T4 and volunteers get a discount at T4. https://www.facebook.com/events/334267857169388/