Creating Safe Spaces for Queer Youth of Color

There are many barriers that gay youth of color experience in South LA when it comes to affordable healthcare, housing, and sexual health education, but one community center is trying to change that. This Pride Month, hosts David Watson and Marc Esposo welcome André-Jamison Molette, Director of SoCal Club. SoCal Club is a youth space in South LA for young gay men of color ages 12-29. In this conversation, we learn about how the club aims to empower gay youth to live healthier and happier lives. In this episode, you'll hear about: • Wellness programs that are popular with queer youth • Successful methods of public health outreach in South LA • How to create safe spaces for gay youth to express themselves • Ways that the club has empowered members, both with practical skills and intangible community support. To read a transcript of the episode, visit: menshealthfound.org/podcast-transcript-episode-5 The information and opinions shared in this podcast are for educational purposes only. For medical advice, please talk with your primary care physician or a medically-licensed professional.