Youth on Fire Drop-In Center

WHO WE ARE

Youth on Fire (YOF), a program of AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts, is a drop-in center for homeless and street-involved youth, ages 14-24, located in Harvard Square, Cambridge.Over 3,000 youth have benefitted from YOF since the program opened its doors in the Spring of 2000.The primary goals of Youth on Fire are to:

  • Respond to the basic and urgent needs of homeless and street-involved young adults at highest risk of communicable diseases and victimization.
  • Connect homeless and street-involved youth to age-appropriate services including on-site behavioral health and medical care through strengths-based case management.
  • Create safe and supportive relationships and a sense of community through activities, events and groups
  • Partner with community and civic organizations, local businesses, public officials and advocacy groups to address the short and long-term effects of youth homelessness.

The YWCA Cambridge is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

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Category
Housing, Youth Programs
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