Resources For Teens
Resources for Teens
Programs
Art Force Iowa: Youth art programs that incorporates creative self-expression, work skills development and advocacy.
City Voices Des Moines: Free, high quality individualized music instruction to students in the Des Moines Public Schools.
Community Youth Concepts: Programs offering access to high-quality opportunities that prepare you for success in school, work and life.
Des Moines Art Center: Youth art programs with opportunities to work in a variety of art mediums to grow in your skillset.
Girls Rock! Des Moines: Teen girl's music program that empowers, encourages and inspires girls.
Iowa Homeless Youth Center: Downtown center for homeless youth with access to daily meals, laundry facilities, cell phone charging station and service referrals.
Starts Right Here: COMING SOON! Safe hangout space for Des Moines students- will have a recording studio, lounge areas, weight room and classrooms for educational courses and job training development.
Young Women’s Resource Center: Offers programs for high school girls where women can be happy, be safe and be inspired.
Job/Skill Building
Iowa Workforce Development: Resources for youth seeking jobs or wanting more information for career prep and skill building.
Support Groups
Teen Transgender Support Group: *currently being held virtually via Zoom*
Held every Monday 6:00 – 7:30 PM UCS Healthcare 4908 Franklin Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310
For questions and accommodations, email transgenderdesmoines@gmail.com