The Dam

The Dam is partnering with youth ages 13-19 to create inclusive community where all are welcomed, valued and respected with a vision where youth are empowered to discover their worth, enabling them to grow and thrive in their communities. Programs provide youth a place to Belong, Connect and Lead as they grow in their communities. Core programs include drop-ins, meal programs, volunteering, arts programs, discussion forums, mentoring, leadership opportunities and a new youth employment program providing on-the-job paid training and supports.These programs help empower youth to know their own worth, increase their capacity for healthy relationships, experience increased social support and improve their life skills. Many youth at The Dam come from pretty difficult places. 20% of our youth completing the most recent youth survey report being 2SLGBTQ and 80% report being a visible minority. We know these two groups experience multiple barriers to success. The Dam is intervening in these youth’s stories to help them write a new present and future not dictated by the pain that may be in their past.