Our Programs
Asian American LEAD focuses on culturally responsive programs that develop positive youth experiences that lead to healthy contributing members of society. Our staff aims to put youth first by providing choice, collaborative learning, and hands-on project-based learning. We encourage youth to be decision-makers for programs and organizational infrastructure by providing their input. This empowers youth to be positive change agents and leaders and builds positive self-esteem through community.
Our programs implement a research-based design centered on concepts from the Positive Youth Development model from the Weikert Center. AALEAD employs its 25+ years of youth development experience and expertise with Asian American Pacific Islander youth in the Washington Metropolitan region.
After-School
After-school programs provide academic development support and enrichment activities in leadership, identity, mental health, and equity to middle and high school-aged students in DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
Summer Programs
Summer programs provide youth leadership development, community service, team-building activities, field trips, and college/career prep opportunities in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia regions.
Youth Council
Youth Council is a formal body made up of youth leaders selected to serve as representatives of their school. Our Youth Councils serve as forums to foster communication, education, and information concerning youth and youth-related issues.
Mentoring
Our mentoring program gives youth (ages 8-18) the opportunity to be matched in one-on-one mentorship with a caring and pre-screened adult in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia regions to develop critical life and social skills.
