Sexual and Reproductive Health
We empower youth to make informed decisions about their sexual and reproductive health through innovative and inclusive educational programs, community engagement, and accessible testing.
Counseling, Testing, Referral, and Linkage
The Counseling, Testing, Referral and Linkage (CTRL) program provides testing for HIV, STI, and pregnancy, risk reduction counseling, pregnancy options counseling, and support to ensure linkages to health care and social services. All services are provided free of charge to youth 12 years or older. Youth of all gender and sexual identities are welcomed and encouraged to participate in CTRL services.
TESTING DAYS AND HOURS
Walk In and Appointment Available
Monday through Thursday
2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
LAYC’s Kaplan Building
1419 Columbia Road, NW
3rd Floor
Washington, DC 20009
Test for HIV, STI (Chlamydia & Gonorrhea only), and Pregnancy Tests.
A nurse practitioner offers free birth control consultations and STI treatments every Thursday evening from 4-7 p.m. by appointment only.
LOCATION
Kaplan Building
1419 Columbia Road, NW
Washington, D.C. 20009
CONTACT
Please call (202) 319-2252 if you would like to schedule an appointment or learn more about these services.
Drop In HIV Testing Services
Our Prince George’s County site in Riverdale offers free HIV testing. Youth ages 13 or older is avaible with same-day results and support.
TESTING HOURS
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday AT 11 AM- 4 PM
LOCATION
Prince George’s County Site
6200 Sheridan St
Riverdale, MD 20737
CONTACT
For general contact and appointment questions, email pg-media@layc-dc.org
Sexual Wellness Advocacy by Teens (SWAT) Program
The Sexual Wellness Advocacy by Teens (SWAT) Program aims to create an “army” of youth who are trained as peer educators to promote healthy sexuality and reproductive health, including the prevention of HIV, STI, and unplanned pregnancy.
In addition to increasing participants’ own knowledge and how to communicate key information to their peers, the program promotes a culture of openness and self-respect around sexual and reproductive health. SWAT programs are taught at middle and high schools in the DC area, creating improved partnerships with LAYC and opportunities to do outreach for testing services.
SWAT has partnered with GWU’s Compañeros de la Salud, a medical student organization that supports curriculum implementation, research development, and mentorship opportunities for young people.
LOCATION
Kaplan Building
1419 Columbia Road, NW
Washington, D.C. 20009