YoungLives Seattle
YoungLives Seattle: A Safe and Supportive Community for Teen Parents
YoungLives is a safe space for teen parents and their children to be seen, known, and supported on their parenting journey.
We meet regularly all around Seattle—check out the Events page to find a gathering near you, or reach out to Zoey (contact info below) to get connected.
At our monthly gatherings, teen parents come together to share a meal, build friendships, and just be themselves. Alongside caring volunteer mentors, we play games, make crafts, and talk about real-life challenges—physical, emotional, and spiritual—while kids are loved on by our amazing team of childcare workers.
Community is at the heart of what we do. Whether it’s a phone call, a playdate, or folding laundry side by side, we support one another through every season. We also celebrate holidays, host special events, and go to camp together each summer.
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Does it matter?
YoungLives makes a difference:
From increased education attainment and aspirations, to improved parenting skills, to a new sense of hope and purpose and a strong support system - YoungLives is making it possible for teen parents to beat the odds and build a secure future for themselves and their children.
Not only do young parents gain a group of peers and mentors to help them navigate a daunting path, but they find value, meaning and hope along the way.
Teen Parents Report:
Higher high school graduation/GED rates:
After 2 years of involvement with YoungLives, a teen parent's chance of graduating from high school or earning a GED triples.
Breaking the cycle:
With strong mentor support, teen parents feel more control when discipling, more nurturing behavior toward their child, and a stronger conviction to avoid subsequent pregnancies.
Finding a sense of belonging, meaning and faith:
Teen parents experience increased hope, high self-esteem, stronger support system and belief that their life has purpose and meaning.
