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Access Youth provides at-risk students at DC’s most under-resourced schools with the tools they need to stay in school and out of the criminal justice system, and to believe in and work toward a brighter future for themselves and their communities. Access Youth provides disadvantaged young people access to the skills, resources, and support they need to stay in school and out of the juvenile justice system. Our work dramatically improves the attendance, behavior, and academic outcomes for our students, but it also goes a step farther, empowering students to learn and use restorative justice and peer mediation techniques so that they can become student leaders and mediators who can advocate for themselves, their schools, and their communities––now, and in the future.

10/15/2026

Eastern, we’re back! 💙🧡

Ms. Marimba and Access Youth kicked off the new school year at Eastern High School, welcoming students back and sharing all the ways we’re here to support them this year.

From attendance and academic goals to navigating conflict, connecting with resources, and planning for what comes next, Access Youth is here to help students ask three important questions:

Where are you now? Where are you going? How will you get there?

Whatever the answer, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Stop by and see Ms. Marimba—we’re excited for another great year at Eastern!

10/13/2026

Great things happen when community leaders come together for a shared purpose!

Last week, Access Youth Executive Director Jodi Ovca opened her home to members of our leadership team, staff, and Soirée Host Committee for an evening of connection, conversation, and building momentum toward our November 17th Soirée.

We're grateful for this incredible group of advocates and community leaders who are lending their time, energy, and networks to champion DC students and help make this year's celebration a success.

Join us on November 17 at Hook Hall! Early Bird tickets are just $125 through October 15.

Tickets available now: https://givebutter.com/access-youth-2026-soiree

10/09/2026

Ballou, we’re back! 💙🧡

Ms. Kyiaah and Access Youth were on hand to welcome Ballou students back for a new school year—and to make sure students know where to find us when they need a little extra support.

Whether it’s help getting back on track with attendance, working through a conflict, connecting with resources, or just having someone in your corner, Access Youth is here.

And we couldn’t have said it better ourselves: Ballou is NOT the same without YOU here.

Here’s to a great year, Knights! 🎉

10/08/2026

🪩✨ The countdown is ON!

Early Bird tickets for the 2026 Access Youth Soirée are on sale NOW—and they're just $125 through October 15th! 🎟️

Join us November 17th at Hook Hall for a fabulous night of food, drinks, music, dancing, raffle prizes, and inspiring stories from the young people at the heart of our work. 💛

We're lighting up the night to brighten the future for DC youth, and we want YOU there to celebrate with us!

🥂 Grab your tickets, round up your friends, and get ready for a night to remember!

🎟️ Get your Early Bird tickets before prices go up!

🔗 https://givebutter.com/access-youth-2026-soiree

10/07/2026

New school year. New start.
And whatever this year brings, you don't have to figure everything out by yourself.

Rough morning? Come find us.
Conflict with somebody? Come find us.
Missing school and not sure how to get back on track? Come find us.
Something going on outside of school that's making school harder? Come find us.

Or maybe you're having a great day and just want to say hi.

Come find us then, too. 🙂
Access Youth is back in our partner schools for another year. We're ready when you are.

09/29/2026

Save the date! 🎉 The Access Youth 2026 Soiree is happening November 17th at Hook Hall!

Join us for a night of great food and drinks, music and dancing, fabulous raffle prizes, and powerful stories, all while celebrating DC's young people and the community that believes in them. 💛

⏰ EARLY BIRD TICKETS ARE JUST $125 through October 15th!

Grab yours now and bring your people. Let's fill Hook Hall! 💃🏽🕺🏽

🎟️ Get tickets: https://givebutter.com/access-youth-2026-soiree

09/28/2026

A new school year is underway—and for Access Youth, it marks our 17th year showing up for DC’s young people.

Since 2009, Access Youth has served more than 10,000 students, helping young people navigate challenges with attendance, conflict, school engagement, and the transition toward adulthood.

A lot has changed in 17 years. One thing hasn't:
We believe young people deserve support before challenges become crises.

That means being there early. Building relationships. Listening. Helping students work through barriers. And giving young people the tools and support they need to stay connected to school and move forward.

Here's to year 17. 💛

06/26/2026

📚➕ Family Night fun at Anacostia!

Access Youth was proud to partner with Anacostia High School for a Math & Literacy Family Night that brought students, families, and community partners together for an evening of learning and connection.

Our team added a creative twist by turning Jenga into a conversation starter with family engagement questions and transforming UNO cards into hands-on math challenges. Families laughed, learned, and worked together while exploring ways to support student success at home.

Thank you to the approximately 15 families who joined us and to all of the community partners who shared valuable resources and information.

Strong schools start with strong family partnerships. ❤️

06/23/2026

The Early Bird Gets the Worm... and the goodies!

Last month at Kramer Middle School, students who arrived to school on time received a special treat bag—but there was a catch. They had to hold onto it all day, showing responsibility, self-control, and commitment before earning the chance to fill it with goodies at dismissal.

A total of 83 students participated—an incredible increase from the 50 students who joined our very first Early Bird incentive!

Small incentives can create big habits. By making on-time attendance fun and rewarding, we're helping students build routines that support long-term success.
Way to go, Kramer students! 👏

06/04/2026

💣🎉 Attendance pays off!

Access Youth students from Anacostia High School recently earned a trip to BEAT The Bomb through their commitment to showing up and staying engaged. Students who maintained an 85% or higher attendance rate were eligible for this special incentive, with Access Youth participants receiving priority access.

In partnership with the Anacostia HS Counseling Team, 40 students spent the day building teamwork skills, making memories, and celebrating the hard work it takes to show up every day.

At Access Youth, we know that attendance is about more than being present—it's about staying connected to opportunities, supportive relationships, and a brighter future.

👏 Congratulations to all the students who earned their spot!

Address

1101 30th Street, NW, Suite 500
Washington D.C., DC
20007

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12026520287

Website

https://accessyouthinc.org/, https://givebutter.com/AccessYouthDC, https://givebutter.com/access-youth-2026-soiree

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