Leadership Programs

Neutral Zone’s Leadership Programs provide teens the opportunity to realize their role to create positive community change. Build a more conscientious community, advocate for a cause, and develop valuable leadership skills. Across a myriad of interests and passions, teens take the lead in the following programs:

Teen Advisory Council, Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm
Reflective of our mission to be youth-driven, TAC serves as our program advisors to the Board of Directors. TAC oversees programs through approval, funds special and new projects, and leads the evaluation to provide future recommendations. It’s a vital leadership role that drives the Neutral Zone’s success.

North Star, Tuesdays 7-9pm
An open discussion group just for young women — our “guiding light” each week. We talk about relevant topics. Our discussions are informative, fun, and positive; our atmosphere is comfortable and conducive for meaningful conversations. We take these conversations and work to build a stronger community of young women.

Riot Youth, Fridays, 4-6pm
Our aim is to create and sustain a youth-run safe space for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered, Queer, Questioning youth and their allies. A mix of leadership skill building, community organizing, networking, and social events, this program engages youth to build an inclusive community. Supported by Liberty Hill Foundation and the Arcus Gay and Lesbian Fund.

SEED (Students Educating Each other about Discrimination), Wednesdays 7-9pm; interview and application required.
Supported by the Ann Arbor Public Schools and “Comcast”: www.comcast.com
We build a close knit community to explore our experiences and expand our understanding of diversity. Then we create workshops to teach the value of diversity to middle school students through engaging, hands on activities.

STAND, Mondays, 7-8pm
You may have heard of the atrocities taking place in Darfur, in STAND, you learn about the history of the genocide in Darfur, past efforts to stop similar crises, and how to take action against human rights atrocities. This program is for dedicated students who are interested in becoming further involved with social activism.

Green Group, Mondays, 6-7pm
Green-up our community. Address environmental issues from climate change to local recycling. Through advocacy, education, and community building, the Green Group creates a healthier, sustainable environment.