Teen center explained

A teen center is a community center serving adolescents in a community.^{[1] [2]} It may provide services for at-risk teens, help to meet their health needs,^{[3] [4]} serve to discourage anti-social behavior, and help teens to find employment.^[5]

The purposes of a teen center^[6] are:

• explore their interests and talents in a self-directed manner;
• access support and mentorship in such vital things as leadership skills, communication skills, well-being, careers advice;
• and, crucially, get support in writing university, scholarship and job applications to secure future success and fulfilment.

An example of a teen center implementing in Laos is the Wellspring Teen Centre Vientiane.

Notes and References

1. News: One by one, teen centers across Twin Cities are shutting down. Suburban centers confront funding challenges and dwindling attendance. . Erin . Adler . Star Tribune . February 10, 2018.
2. Web site: Talbot Teen Centre. The Talbot Teen Centre is a free, fun, safe inclusive and supportive resource and drop-in space for all youth aged 12 to 18 years of age in Elgin County. .
3. Comprehensive school-based teen centers. J M . Davis . J G . DeVaney. Western Journal of Medicine . May 1986 . 144. 5 . 625–626. 1306739. 3716428.
4. Journal of Community Health. October 1994. 19. 5. 343–359 . Drug prevention in Zuni, New Mexico: Creation of a Teen Center as an alternative to alcohol and drug use. Cathie . Stivers. 10.1007/BF02260404. 0094-5145.
5. Web site: For Youth Initiative. Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
6. Web site: Wellspring Teen Centre Vientiane – Wellspring Teen Centre is a non-profit organization for youth in Laos. 2021-09-15. en-US.