The Compass Youth Program

For over three decades, Compass has provided a safe space for youth in Palm Beach County. Compass provides social support, community service, arts & cultural activities, educational, and leadership opportunities.

We strive to ensure all youth in Palm Beach County are safe from discrimination and harassment, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or gender expression. Thousands of youth and their families have accessed services through our Youth program since its inception, making it one of the longest running and largest youth programs in the southeast United States.

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The Youth Drop In Center

Compass’ Youth Drop-In Center is for youth ages 11-18.

It’s a safe space to hang out, use computers, talk about the issues that matter to you, engage with mentors and connect with your peers.

Drop in hours:
Monday - Friday 3:00 to 7:00 pm

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    Youth Groups at Compass

    Monday

    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    The Compass Youth Group for teens ages 14-18.

    Wednesday

    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    The Compass Youth Group for teens age 11-13.

    Friday

    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Social Support group for gender diverse youth age 11-18.

    Youth Groups in the Community

    Check out our new partner locations hosting Youth Social Groups for LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-18.

    Monday 4:00-5:00 PM
    Wellington Community Center
    12150 Forest Hill Blvd,
    Wellington, FL 33414

    Tuesday 4:00-5:00 PM
    Belle Glade Library
    725 NW 4th St,
    Belle Glade, FL 33430

    Wednesday 3:00-4:00 PM
    Jupiter Branch Library
    705 Military Trail, Jupiter, FL 33458

    Additional Youth Services 

    For further details on how you can contribute to our Youth & Family programs,
    please reach out to Adrienne@CompassLGBTQ.com.

    Proud Parent Support Group
    A peer lead, social/support group for the parents of LGBTQ+ youth and young adults on the 2nd Wednesday and 4th Monday from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm.

    Authentically YOUth
    A social/support group for transgender children ages 3-11 and their families on the 2nd Saturday of the month. 10:00 am -11:30 am

    The After Slay
    This social group is for youth aged 11 - 18 to create and explore Ballroom Culture. Meets on select Fridays from 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm. For more information on location and other details, please email Youth@CompassLGBTQ.com 

    Legacy Project
    Compass and Palm Beach Dramaworks present The Legacy Project—an intergenerational storytelling experience where LGBTQ youth interview community leaders. The event features live performances and digital stories at Palm Beach Dramaworks.

    Equality Prom
    The Equality Prom is an inclusive dance for LGBTQ high school students to celebrate and honor their diversity. Youth may dress in whatever gender expression with which they self-identify and dance with whomever they like. Equality Prom is free to attend, which is made possible by fundraising eff­orts of the Youth Prom Committee and generous donations from the community.

    Lavender Graduation
    Our annual graduation ceremony is a celebration of the academic achievements and community contributions of our Compass youth group members.