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Welcome to Boston GLASS!
Additional information regarding Boston GLASS
We are a drop-in center for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and questioning young people between the ages of 13 and 25. We're a safe space to hang out , make new friends, and just relax. We have board games, a TV with DVD player and documentaries, the David Bonnet computer stations, the Wainwright Resource library, a living room, and a kitchen where you can grab a bite to eat. We're also a staff of full-time professionals here to offer support with things going on in your life. From coming out issues to health and relationships, there's nothing you can't talk to us about. We can help you answer questions and find the resources you need.
What Do We Do?
We meet here in the center for discussion/support groups and informal counseling. We also spend a lot of time outside of the center at cookouts, museums, and even chartered trips to New York City.
All for you! No cost! Monday through Thursday 3pm to 8pm and Fridays 3pm to 5pm.
Where Are We?
Boston GLASS is located at 93 Massachusetts Ave., 3rd floor in the Back Bay neighborhood of Boston. You can get to us by MBTA on the #1 Bus or on the Green Line/Hynes Convention Center Stop.
Our Mission:
Through a comprehensive set of educational opportunities, recreational activities, and social services, Boston GLASS Community Center strives to provide a safe physical, emotional, and intellectual environment that promotes the healthy development of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning youth. GLASS Staff:
Hi, my name is Candido. Currently I’m the Men’s Health Coordinator and the Interim Director of Boston Glass. I facilitate weekly focus groups for Young gay/bisexual males of color, and youth who identify as women. I work closely with youth on an individual basis to talk about issues and concerns they have. I perform HIV testing and counseling and make referrals. Often through these services I help youth determine how to identify and articulate their risks and needs whether it be STD screenings, primary care, housing or mental health. Give me a call or email, cbrown@ jri.org or 617 266 3349x 203
Hi, I'm Jessica, the Women’s Health Coordinator. I run a weekly group for people who identify as female. I also have one on one conversations about healthy lives and whatever anyone wants to talk about. I do HIV counseling and testing and make referrals for STD screenings, primary and mental health care and housing. Email: jlopez@ jri.org or 617.266.3349 *206
Hello, I'm Constance, the Crisis & Resource Specialist. If you need immediate help with stressful situations see me! I can also help with Resume creation, job searching, housing help, college and financial aid information and GED tutoring. Email: crobinson@ jri.org or 617.266.3349 *201
Hey, I'm Victoria, the Education and Development Coordinator. I am the adult advocate for the Youth peer leadership program, Shades of Color. You can contact me to see if I’m hiring at the moment or if your school or organization would like to schedule a training from the Shades of Color Leaders. Email: vvalencia@ jri.org or 617.266.3349 *204
Hi, I’m Richard, the Mobile Outreach Coordinator. I run the PROJECT PHAT which conducts street outreach. I also host the Friday Function. If you are interested in volunteering or participating in the Project Phat Activities stop in and see me. Email: rford@ jri.org or 617.266.3349 *207
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