We Serve LGBTQ+ Youth
This info session is for Youth Advocates an HMI paid internship. You can earn up to $100 a week and gain professional experience in Social Media Management, Content Creation, Community Outreach, Advocating with elected officials, Data analysis, Leadership. Email Gabriel at ghooghuis@hmi.org
Calling all BIPOC LGBTQIA+ youth 13-24! Come join HMI’s Asha and El every Thursday 6-7pm (movie nights 5:30pm). This support group for youth of color focuses on healing and joy and meets both virtually and onsite at 2 Astor Place 3rd Floor, room 345.Email for more info aalexander@hmi.org or elayla@hmi.orgzoom link password: HMISoul
Your House presents Anime House! A place to sit back, relax and chill out with some anime and snacks!
Come explore the world of Dungeons & Dragons, Friday 4-5pm. Activities will alternate between character creation workshops based on individuals’ roles within the adventuring party and the composition of the group as a whole, and a series of discrete-but-interconnected one-shot play sessions. Beginners welcome – email ewilliams@hmi.org for more info.
SATURDAY NIGHT LIGHTS IS POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE we apologize for the inconvenience. Saturday Night Lights (Dance and Basketball) have moved to 2 Astor Place, Saturday from 4-7pm. For more info email Charles at cparker@hmi.org
HMI's Open Art Studio offers a variety of materials for your free creative expression, including (but not limited to) watercolor and acrylic paints, oil and chalk pastels, pencils, pen and ink, collage materials, fiber arts, printmaking materials, sculpture materials (plaster, clay, model magic, found objects), paper crafts, glitter, and more. Using materials to express yourself …
Krafternoon is a group lead by Crimson and Abbie on Monday nights. We work on creative and collaborative crafting projects such as making beaded necklaces and bracelets, mixing body glitter, decorating fans and hand embroidery. Join us (in the Art Space) for snacks, gossip and crafts!
A space for you to share experiences and tell stories in different and empowering ways by incorporating elements of fantasy, science fiction, and tropes from favorite games and/or tv shows. A no pressure, guided experience every Tuesday from 4-5pm. Email Tara at tchee@hmi.org
Get Psyched: About Games!” is a safe space to discuss mental health and psychology through the medium of video games! We will play a game together and discuss themes relating to mental health/psychology that show up. Once a month Dr. Laura joins us to share her expertise. This is an excellent time to come with …
HMI's trans and non-binary support group! Join HMI's Salem every Tuesday from 5:30-7pm in room 301 or on zoom at https://zoom.us/my/hmicounseling Passcode: 797702 Enjoy snacks, discussions and special guests! Email Salem at svazcones@hmi.org.
A weekly group of guided instruction of various dance routines and disciplines. Helps participants build confidence and self-esteem while, encouraging a healthy lifestyle. Email Kuntry at klinton@hmi.org for more info.
In this group we will be talking all about tattooing, piercing, and body modification from a queer perspective. Wednesdays 4-5pm. What do we like about tattoos and piercings? How do they make us feel? What do we imagine for ourselves in the future? Is there anything we should consider before getting new work? This group …
Work through your thoughts and feelings with art at Art Blooms hosted by Leesa and Sus! Wednesdays 4-6pm in the Art Space. Email Leesa at Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.
Stop by 2 Astor Place (Art Space) for free book bags, college fair info, scholarships, job readiness and more!