Calendar of Events
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5 events,
Own Your Power: LGBTQ Rights Unlocked
Own Your Power: LGBTQ Rights Unlocked
At HMI we are creating a model of care and respect for the LGBTQ+ community. We would like to see more of what is represented by the words of the ROCKS …
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …
Open Art Studio Mondays
Open Art Studio Mondays
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 …
Peace Portal Mondays
Peace Portal Mondays
Peace Portal Mondays is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 …
3 events,
Get Psyched About Games
Get Psyched About Games
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 …
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
Join us to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity! Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth! Join …
Plays of Our Lives
Plays of Our Lives
Join us for Plays of Our Lives! A weekly drama therapy group for youth members to explore themes of life experiences and identity through embodied storytelling, creative arts, and play. …
6 events,
Sensory Room
Sensory Room
HMI is launching our new sensory room using our new mobile sensory cart! Members will be able to access the sensory room once a week, and have access to the …
Own Your Power: LGBTQ Rights Unlocked
Own Your Power: LGBTQ Rights Unlocked
At HMI we are creating a model of care and respect for the LGBTQ+ community. We would like to see more of what is represented by the words of the ROCKS …
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …
HOTT Van Health Services
HOTT Van Health Services
Callen Lorde's HOTT Van visits HMI every wednesday. Services provided include: Urgent medical care Sexual health services HIV/STI screening and treatment Family planning PrEP/PEP treatment and counseling Transgender healthcare/hormone therapy Flu …
Art Blooms
Art Blooms
Work through your thoughts and feelings with art at Art Blooms, no art experience necessary. Wednesdays 4-6pm in the Art Space. Email Sus at sspieler@hmi.org
Open Art Studio Wednesday
Open Art Studio Wednesday
Join us for Open Art Studio in the Art Space! Email Leesa at Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.
1 event,
HMI CLOSED
HMI is closed, we apologize for the inconvenience. Regular programming will resume tomorrow.
4 events,
Brooklyn Nets Career Panel
Brooklyn Nets Career Panel
Join us for a Career Panel with Brooklyn Nets Team Members from 5:30pm to 6:30pm at HMI! Email relwell@hmi.org for more information. Join us on Friday to watch a game …
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs! Room 346, 4-5pm. Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org
Art Blooms Into Activism
Art Blooms Into Activism
Join us as we explore the many mediums of arts and how they’ve been used by activists throughout time. Printmaking, poetry, fiber arts, theatre…and more! Our group will culminate in …
Fun Fridays
Fun Fridays
On the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month, from 6-7pm starting August 5th, come play games, watch movies and relax with friends! Email cgaji@hmi.org
4 events,
Brooklyn Nets Game
Brooklyn Nets Game
Meet at HM and we will travel to the Barclay Center for a game with the Brooklyn Nets! Email relwell@hmi.org
Express Your Health
Express Your Health
A space to share your health questions, concerns and needs. Join us as we focus on different weekly questions and develop messaging we will share! For more information email Theo …
Peace Portal Saturdays
Peace Portal Saturdays
Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 laptops …
Bomba Dance & Percussion Class
Bomba Dance & Percussion Class
Learn Bomba and accompanying percussion with Bombazo Dance Company Inc.
0 events,
5 events,
Own Your Power: LGBTQ Rights Unlocked
Own Your Power: LGBTQ Rights Unlocked
At HMI we are creating a model of care and respect for the LGBTQ+ community. We would like to see more of what is represented by the words of the ROCKS …
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …
Open Art Studio Mondays
Open Art Studio Mondays
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 …
Peace Portal Mondays
Peace Portal Mondays
Peace Portal Mondays is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 …
3 events,
Get Psyched About Games
Get Psyched About Games
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 …
Plays of Our Lives
Plays of Our Lives
Join us for Plays of Our Lives! A weekly drama therapy group for youth members to explore themes of life experiences and identity through embodied storytelling, creative arts, and play. …
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
Join us to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity! Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth! Join …
7 events,
Own Your Power: LGBTQ Rights Unlocked
Own Your Power: LGBTQ Rights Unlocked
At HMI we are creating a model of care and respect for the LGBTQ+ community. We would like to see more of what is represented by the words of the ROCKS …
Sensory Room
Sensory Room
HMI is launching our new sensory room using our new mobile sensory cart! Members will be able to access the sensory room once a week, and have access to the …
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …
HOTT Van Health Services
HOTT Van Health Services
Callen Lorde's HOTT Van visits HMI every wednesday. Services provided include: Urgent medical care Sexual health services HIV/STI screening and treatment Family planning PrEP/PEP treatment and counseling Transgender healthcare/hormone therapy Flu …
Art Blooms
Art Blooms
Work through your thoughts and feelings with art at Art Blooms, no art experience necessary. Wednesdays 4-6pm in the Art Space. Email Sus at sspieler@hmi.org
Open Art Studio Wednesday
Open Art Studio Wednesday
Join us for Open Art Studio in the Art Space! Email Leesa at Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.
3 events,
Get Psyched About Games
Get Psyched About Games
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 …
Comic Book Group
Comic Book Group
Comic Book Group run by Gianna on Thursdays 6-7:30pm! Draw, read or work on your comics with us! Email Gmeola@hmi.org for more information.
Soul Circle
Soul Circle
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 …
2 events,
Art Blooms Into Activism
Art Blooms Into Activism
Join us as we explore the many mediums of arts and how they’ve been used by activists throughout time. Printmaking, poetry, fiber arts, theatre…and more! Our group will culminate in …
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs! Room 346, 4-5pm. Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org
3 events,
Peace Portal Saturdays
Peace Portal Saturdays
Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 laptops …
Express Your Health
Express Your Health
A space to share your health questions, concerns and needs. Join us as we focus on different weekly questions and develop messaging we will share! For more information email Theo …
Bomba Dance & Percussion Class
Bomba Dance & Percussion Class
Learn Bomba and accompanying percussion with Bombazo Dance Company Inc.
0 events,
6 events,
Bring a Friend Week
Bring a friend to HMI! If you think one of your friends could benefit from our activities and services bring them by from April 15th to 20th for games, parties …
Own Your Power: LGBTQ Rights Unlocked
Own Your Power: LGBTQ Rights Unlocked
At HMI we are creating a model of care and respect for the LGBTQ+ community. We would like to see more of what is represented by the words of the ROCKS …
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …
Peace Portal Mondays
Peace Portal Mondays
Peace Portal Mondays is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 …
Open Art Studio Mondays
Open Art Studio Mondays
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 …
4 events,
Get Psyched About Games
Get Psyched About Games
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 …
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
Join us to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity! Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth! Join …
Plays of Our Lives
Plays of Our Lives
Join us for Plays of Our Lives! A weekly drama therapy group for youth members to explore themes of life experiences and identity through embodied storytelling, creative arts, and play. …
7 events,
Sensory Room
Sensory Room
HMI is launching our new sensory room using our new mobile sensory cart! Members will be able to access the sensory room once a week, and have access to the …
Own Your Power: LGBTQ Rights Unlocked
Own Your Power: LGBTQ Rights Unlocked
At HMI we are creating a model of care and respect for the LGBTQ+ community. We would like to see more of what is represented by the words of the ROCKS …
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …
HOTT Van Health Services
HOTT Van Health Services
Callen Lorde's HOTT Van visits HMI every wednesday. Services provided include: Urgent medical care Sexual health services HIV/STI screening and treatment Family planning PrEP/PEP treatment and counseling Transgender healthcare/hormone therapy Flu …
Art Blooms
Art Blooms
Work through your thoughts and feelings with art at Art Blooms, no art experience necessary. Wednesdays 4-6pm in the Art Space. Email Sus at sspieler@hmi.org
Open Art Studio Wednesday
Open Art Studio Wednesday
Join us for Open Art Studio in the Art Space! Email Leesa at Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.
4 events,
Get Psyched About Games
Get Psyched About Games
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 …
Comic Book Group
Comic Book Group
Comic Book Group run by Gianna on Thursdays 6-7:30pm! Draw, read or work on your comics with us! Email Gmeola@hmi.org for more information.
Soul Circle
Soul Circle
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 …
3 events,
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs! Room 346, 4-5pm. Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org
Art Blooms Into Activism
Art Blooms Into Activism
Join us as we explore the many mediums of arts and how they’ve been used by activists throughout time. Printmaking, poetry, fiber arts, theatre…and more! Our group will culminate in …
4 events,
Peace Portal Saturdays
Peace Portal Saturdays
Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 laptops …
Express Your Health
Express Your Health
A space to share your health questions, concerns and needs. Join us as we focus on different weekly questions and develop messaging we will share! For more information email Theo …
Bomba Dance & Percussion Class
Bomba Dance & Percussion Class
Learn Bomba and accompanying percussion with Bombazo Dance Company Inc.
0 events,
4 events,
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …
Open Art Studio Mondays
Open Art Studio Mondays
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 …
Peace Portal Mondays
Peace Portal Mondays
Peace Portal Mondays is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 …
3 events,
Get Psyched About Games
Get Psyched About Games
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 …
Plays of Our Lives
Plays of Our Lives
Join us for Plays of Our Lives! A weekly drama therapy group for youth members to explore themes of life experiences and identity through embodied storytelling, creative arts, and play. …
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
Join us to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity! Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth! Join …
5 events,
Sensory Room
Sensory Room
HMI is launching our new sensory room using our new mobile sensory cart! Members will be able to access the sensory room once a week, and have access to the …
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Wednesdays
Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …
HOTT Van Health Services
HOTT Van Health Services
Callen Lorde's HOTT Van visits HMI every wednesday. Services provided include: Urgent medical care Sexual health services HIV/STI screening and treatment Family planning PrEP/PEP treatment and counseling Transgender healthcare/hormone therapy Flu …
Art Blooms
Art Blooms
Work through your thoughts and feelings with art at Art Blooms, no art experience necessary. Wednesdays 4-6pm in the Art Space. Email Sus at sspieler@hmi.org
Open Art Studio Wednesday
Open Art Studio Wednesday
Join us for Open Art Studio in the Art Space! Email Leesa at Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.
3 events,
Get Psyched About Games
Get Psyched About Games
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 …
Comic Book Group
Comic Book Group
Comic Book Group run by Gianna on Thursdays 6-7:30pm! Draw, read or work on your comics with us! Email Gmeola@hmi.org for more information.
Soul Circle
Soul Circle
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 …
4 events,
Goodbye Gathering
Goodbye Gathering
Say farewell and good luck to our wonderful counseling interns, Bismillah, Julia, A, Jess and Jed! Snacks and make a card!
Vogue Fem Friday
Vogue Fem Friday
Join us for Vogue Fem Friday with Selena Dior! Bring it in any SPRING COLORS! Com vs Com, Realness, Runway with a prop, Tag Team Performance, Streetwear! Doors open at …
Art Blooms Into Activism
Art Blooms Into Activism
Join us as we explore the many mediums of arts and how they’ve been used by activists throughout time. Printmaking, poetry, fiber arts, theatre…and more! Our group will culminate in …
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
Housing Drop-In Group with Areyah
Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs! Room 346, 4-5pm. Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org
3 events,
Peace Portal Saturdays
Peace Portal Saturdays
Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 laptops …
Express Your Health
Express Your Health
A space to share your health questions, concerns and needs. Join us as we focus on different weekly questions and develop messaging we will share! For more information email Theo …
Bomba Dance & Percussion Class
Bomba Dance & Percussion Class
Learn Bomba and accompanying percussion with Bombazo Dance Company Inc.
0 events,
4 events,
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
HMI’s Kiki Lounge – Mondays
Kiki, Vogue, runway..... What's your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for your upcoming function. Every Monday and Wednesday! …
Peace Portal Mondays
Peace Portal Mondays
Peace Portal Mondays is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 …
Open Art Studio Mondays
Open Art Studio Mondays
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 …
3 events,
Get Psyched About Games
Get Psyched About Games
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 …
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes
Join us to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity! Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth! Join …
Plays of Our Lives
Plays of Our Lives
Join us for Plays of Our Lives! A weekly drama therapy group for youth members to explore themes of life experiences and identity through embodied storytelling, creative arts, and play. …
SERVICES
HMI’S PANTRY IS OPEN M-SAT 3:30-7:30PM. LAUNDRY FACILITIES ARE AVAILABLE M-SAT 3:30-5PM. SHOWER SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE M-SAT 3:30-6:30PM.
- All showers are part of your pantry appointment and lasts 30 minutes. 15 minutes for Pantry/15 Minutes for Shower.
Sign up at the front desk. First Come, First Served. 2 Slots available every day. - For Laundry come to our front desk and make an appointment – only 2 appointment per day (one load per day and bedding counts as 1 load – please plan ahead) and it’s first come first serve so please book in advance.
* Laundry is available from Monday-Friday from 3:30-5.
* On your appointment day stop by early – you MUST start your load before 4:30pm. Clothes cannot be left in the dryer overnight.
* Please be careful with our machines – empty all your pockets, and do not move the machines.
* First Load at 3:30pm; Second Load at 4:30pm
3 Ways To Sign Up!!!:
1) Sign-up at the front desk in person
2) Email frontdesk@hmi.org between 3:30-7:30.
3) Call 212-674-2400 between 3:30-7:30.
COUNSELING SERVICES
We have a diverse group of clinicians ranging from Drama Therapists, Art Therapists, and Social workers and across identities like Bipoc, Queer, and Trans+. Email counseling@hmi.org or call
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On-call counseling appointments are 30-minute, first-come-first-serve appointments with set counselors for that day.
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Sessions are offered every day M-F from 3:30 -7:00 and to schedule an appointment you can either reach out to counseling@hmi.org to schedule ahead or call 212-674-2400 to schedule the day of. Our staff will let you know the counselors’ availability.
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We can do on-call appointments either virtually or in person at 2 Astor Place, 3rd Floor and typically have times every weekday from 3:30 pm to 7:00 pm.
MEDICAL SERVICES
CALLEN LORDE’S HOTT VAN visits HMI every Wednesday 4-6pm.
Services provided include:
- Urgent medical care
- Sexual health services
- HIV/STI screening and treatment
- Family planning
- PrEP/PEP treatment and counseling
- Transgender healthcare/hormone therapy
- Flu shots and vaccines
- Crisis counseling
- Referrals
NO APPOINTMENTS NECESSARY: Email Chris Murray at Cmurray@hmi.org for more info.
HMI offers a number of health services in-house:
- Onsite HIV Rapid Testing
- HIV/STI Consulting and Linkage to Care
- HRT Referrals
- PrEP/PEP referrals
- Vision referrals
- Medical referrals, including specialists (if the client has insurance)
- As well as linkages throughout HMI’s scope of services.
- Complete a HIV and/or STI test automatically qualifies you for our Sexual Health Raffle for fun prizes!
Email Chris Murray at hivservices@hmi.org for more information.
NEWSLETTER
HMI’S PAID INTERNSHIPS
HMI’s offers a number of paid internships throughout the year. We will post flyers as internships become open to applicants. Applicants must be between 13-24 years old and a current member or willing to become a member of the Hetrick-Martin Institute.
OPPORTUNITIES
We can help you earn your HSE diploma! We can work with your busy schedule – enrollment is rolling so contact us TODAY! Email Chuck at ccrespo@hmi.org
ACTIVITIES AND PARTIES
Join us for Vogue Fem Friday with Selena Dior! Bring it in any SPRING COLORS! Com vs Com, Realness, Runway with a prop, Tag Team Performance, Streetwear! Doors open at 4pm!
FROM OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS
- Camp Outright is a residential summer camp with a queer twist! It’s a vibrant camp for youth 13-17, that’s all about queer joy, finding your people, adventure, fun, and community.
- Camper applications are open from Feb 26 – Mar 13. No rush needed to apply, we don’t operate on a first come first serve basis.
- We offer full and partial scholarships and we don’t turn anyone away due to a lack of funds.
- LIT applications are open from Feb 26-Mar 20 and Camp Staff applications are open from Feb 26-April 5. Both roles offer a stipend.
- Camp Outright is a residential summer camp with a queer twist! It’s a vibrant camp for youth 13-17, that’s all about queer joy, finding your people, adventure, fun, and community.
- Camper applications are open from Feb 26 – Mar 13. No rush needed to apply, we don’t operate on a first come first serve basis.
- We offer full and partial scholarships and we don’t turn anyone away due to a lack of funds.
- LIT applications are open from Feb 26-Mar 20 and Camp Staff applications are open from Feb 26-April 5. Both roles offer a stipend.
The NYRR Run for the Future program applications are open for the summer season. It is an opportunity to bring running and wellness to young women in 11th or 12th grade. Run for the Future is a free six-week program that introduces 11th and 12th grade high school young women to the sport of running. With support from our NYRR’s program team and coaching staff, they are taught running techniques and goal setting to develop the ability, confidence, and motivation to be active for life. Run for the Future participants are also provided lessons in self-care and wellness that introduce a holistic approach to achieving their fitness goals.
Participants receive a MetroCard for in-person practices, New Balance uniforms and sneakers, healthy snacks, and a wellness kit to support their running and fitness needs during the season. Participants are required to maintain an 80% attendance rate during practice sessions and complete their first 5K (3.1-mile) race at the end of the program. At the conclusion of the program, participants also receive a wellness kit to continue supporting their self-care needs as new runners.
Spaces are limited, visit our website to access the application and eligibility requirements. Deadline is April 16, 2024. Click here to apply.
OUR WEEKLY GROUPS
MONDAYS
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 through art can reduce stress, increase self-awareness, foster growth of hands-on skills, improve communication abilities, and boost self-esteem too! Hosted by Leesa Tabrizi Mondays 4-6pm in the art space.
HMI Kiki Lounge (Mondays & Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm). Kiki, Vogue, runway. What’s your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for the upcoming function. Email hmiyouth@hmi.org for more information.
Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 laptops available for use upon request. Meet in room 305 Email Chuck at Ccrespo@hmi.org for more information
At HMI we are creating a model of care and respect for the LGBTQ+ community. We would like to see more of what is represented by the words of the ROCKS Youth Member agreements in the world outside of HMI. During different Own Your Power sessions we will ground the topic of the day in the language of the principals of ROCKS and explore how this tool can help us to understand how use our strengths, oppressions, and resources to navigate the everyday, so that we can create a world where we all feel safer. *Gift bag raffle at each session! Email Edwin at EGonzalez@hmi.org for more information.
TUESDAYS
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 – meet in room 302!
Join for Trans Treats and Non-Binary Bytes to talk about gender and how it intersects with all other parts of your identity! Treat yourself to snacks and a a community space for TGNB youth! Join HMI’s Salem and Tara every Tuesday from 6-7:30pm in room 301. As a courtesy to other attendees please arrive before 6:30pm. Email Salem at svazcones@hmi.org
WEDNESDAYS
HMI Kiki Lounge (Mondays & Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm). Kiki, Vogue, runway. What’s your fancy? Come hang out with your friends and house members to practice your skills and get ready for the upcoming function. Emailhmiyouth@hmi.org for more information.
Work through your thoughts and feelings with art at Art Blooms, Wednesdays 4-6pm in the Art Space.
Open Art Studio Wednesdays at 6-7:30pm Email Ltabrizi@hmi.org for more info.
At HMI we are creating a model of care and respect for the LGBTQ+ community. We would like to see more of what is represented by the words of the ROCKS Youth Member agreements in the world outside of HMI. During different Own Your Power sessions we will ground the topic of the day in the language of the principals of ROCKS and explore how this tool can help us to understand how use our strengths, oppressions, and resources to navigate the everyday, so that we can create a world where we all feel safer. *Gift bag raffle at each session! Email Edwin at EGonzalez@hmi.org for more information.
THURSDAYS
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 – meet in room 302!
Calling all BIPOC LGBTQIA+ youth 13-24! Come join HMI’s Asha and El every Thursday 6-7pm (movie nights to 7:30pm). 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 jmontevechi@hmi.org
Comic Book Group is a fun space to draw, read or work on your own comics with Gianna! Every Thursday starting in October from 6-7:30pm. Email Gmeola@hmi.org for more information.
FRIDAYS
Every friday get assistance with all your housing needs! Room 346, 4-5pm. Email Areyah at asmith@hmi.org
Join us for Plays of Our Lives! A weekly drama therapy group for youth members to explore themes of life experiences and identity through embodied storytelling, creative arts, and play. Email Elena at eofferman@hmi.org for more info!This group will give youth members a deeper reflection on the inner workings of a podcast. We will have special guests to hear about the process of creating a podcast then use our own equipment to record. Fridays 6–7:30pm from January 4th to March 15. Email Spencer at solson@hmi.org for more information.
Join us as we explore the many mediums of arts and how they’ve been used by activists throughout time. Printmaking, poetry, fiber arts, theatre…and more! Our group will culminate in June with a collaborative showcase! Email solson@hmi.org
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Peace Portal is a quiet space for HMI members and Staff. A chill space for meditation, homework, research, resume-building, job searches, napping and other quiet activities. There are 9 laptops available for use upon request. Meet in room 305 Email Chuck at Ccrespo@hmi.org for more information
Contacts for Mental Health Crisis:
NYC Anti-Violence Project ([avp.org]avp.org) has a 24-hour bilingual hotline (212-714-1141) for any LGBTQ and/or HIV+ person experiencing a crisis.
NYC Well offers counseling in more than 200 languages and can be access via phone (888-692-9355, or call 711 for relay service for deaf/hard of hearing), text (Text WELL to 65173), or online chat through their website ([nycwell.cityofnewyork.us]nycwell.cityofnewyork.us)
The Trevor Project has a 24-hour crisis and suicide prevention helpline (866-488-7386) for LGBTQ and questioning youth. They are also accessible via text (text START to 678678) or online chat through their website We’re here for you Now | The Trevor Project
The Trans Lifeline is a trans-led organization that connections trans people to the community, support and resources they need to survive and thrive. Call 877-565-8860 to connect or visit translifeline.org
Love is Respect is a national resource to disrupt and prevent unhealthy relationships and intimate partner violence by empowering young people through inclusive and equitable education, support and resources. https://www.loveisrespect.org/
The Steve Fund Crisis Line for People of Color: Text STEVE to 741741