Downtown TAY
Downtown TAY provides culturally responsive and trauma- informed programs, workshops, and outings to Transitional Age Youth of the African Diaspora in Alameda County between the ages of 16 – 25. Our mission is to empower our young adult community by connecting them to their culture, inspiring hope, promoting critical thinking and cultivating creativity while supporting their overall health and wellness.
Downtown TAY serves as a Resource Center to support African-American Transitional Aged Youth, to connect to needed resources that include housing, employment, health care, educational development, mental health and wellness. Through a wealth of peer led and intergenerational programs, Downtown TAY works to educate, elevate and inspire Transitional Age Youth (16-25).
Downtown TAY
Downtown TAY provides culturally responsive and trauma- informed programs, workshops, and outings to Transitional Age Youth of the African Diaspora in Alameda County between the ages of 16 – 25. Our mission is to empower our young adult community by connecting them to their culture, inspiring hope, promoting critical thinking and cultivating creativity while supporting their overall health and wellness.
Downtown TAY serves as a Resource Center to support African-American Transitional Aged Youth, to connect to needed resources that include housing, employment, health care, educational development, mental health and wellness. Through a wealth of peer led and intergenerational programs, Downtown TAY works to educate, elevate and inspire Transitional Age Youth (16-25).
Razon Tramble, TAY Wellness HUB Program Director
(Razon’s Bio)
Khantane Jackson, Program Manager of Downtown TAY
(Khantane’s Bio)
Limitless Poem
by Damien Pope
Stories of Success
These stories highlight some of the ways Mental Health Service Act (MHSA) funding is improving the quality of life for Alameda County residents who live with a mental illness.
Sara Pham Rosenblatt
Sara’s story is about learning how to give herself the same care, grace, and support that she has always given to others. Originally from the Sacramento area but with roots in Dallas, TX, she came to the Bay Area to [...]
Allison Agbeniyi
Allison is a Bay Area native who’s dedicated her life to empowering individuals in educational and community settings. Growing up as an introvert with social anxiety, she understands it is challenging to break the cycle of fear and avoidance. Growing [...]
Drs. Chris and NNeka Harrison
Drs. Chris and NNeka Harrison are Oakland natives, educators, researchers, and community leaders who have dedicated their work to supporting healing, leadership, and human-centered care in Alameda County. Through higher education, nonprofit leadership, and community based work, they have focused [...]
Ian Gathu
Ian Gathu’s story is one of growth, healing, and giving back to the community. Through his work at the Health and Human Resource Education Center (HHREC), he proudly serves individuals and families throughout Alameda County, including Oakland, San Leandro, and [...]
James Cook
James Cook’s life began with challenges that most people don’t face until much later in life. Losing his mother young and surviving the upheaval of Hurricane Katrina shaped him before he even had a chance to figure out who he [...]
Bri Gonzalez
I am writing to express my deep gratitude for the impact that HHREC has had on my personal, academic, and professional journey. I began interning at the agency when I was a senior in high school. At that time, I [...]
Downtown TAY Wellness Hub
We’re here to help you build resilience and confidence through programs designed with care. Our team is ready to support you with services like housing assistance, case management, coaching, and access to tools to promote holistic wellness. We know that navigating adulthood can be tough, but we’re here to guide and support you along the way! We work to create a safe and supportive space where you can find hope and make real changes in your life, so you can move forward toward a fulfilling and independent future.
TAY Lounge and Workspace
Personal Support Services
Free to All TAY Members
500 E. 8th Street., Oakand, CA (Directions)
Downtown TAY has got your back.
Downtown TAY is dedicated to giving Alameda County youth the fighting chance to navigate adulthood. We focus on self sufficiency, and self sustainability. We help with identifying and navigating resources that Transitional aged youth need.
Fresh TAY Fridays
Fresh TAY Friday is our weekly, in house, Friday give aways. We open as a safe space for youth to unwind, commune, and to grab immediately needed materials. We provide hot meals, hygiene packs, snack, and resources for parents.
Free Givaways to Local Transitional Age Youth Include
Downtown TAY is Peer Support
Downtown TAY Builds Leaders
Internship Program
Throughout the year, Downtown TAY offers Internships that introduces youth to a plethora of engaging activities that overall help promote holistic wellness. Youth dive into enriching workshops on health, money management, art, and more, all while picking up important life skills along the way. We also provide a stipend for completing the internship.
Program Requirements
- Live in Alameda County
- Ability and Engagement
- Ages 16 – 25
What We Offer
- Stipend for participation
- Cultural community conversations led by Peer Mentor Groups: Sista 2 Sista / Brother 4 Brother
- Life Wellness Activities
Intern Testimonials
Sara Rosenblatt
Working with HHREC has played a major role in both my personal and professional growth. I first became involved with HHREC in 2022 while attending University of California, Berkeley as a sophomore student who wanted to become more connected to [...]
Sofia Gonzalez
My time with HHREC this semester has been truly insightful and conducive to my understanding of what resources are available for Alameda county residents. I went into HHREC wanting to learn more about the local community around Berkeley and acknowledge [...]
Sam Murphy
I’m grateful for my time at HHREC, where I gained valuable insight into community health education and advocacy. Throughout this semester, I enjoyed contributing to building community resources and working with community data, which strengthened my understanding of how information [...]
Piyusha Kaur
I really appreciated my time with HHREC and everything I was able to learn through this experience. Learning how nonprofits operate, and how it plays a huge role in the sector of public health was very eye opening. I also [...]
Community Advisory Board
Register now for the Downtown TAY Community Advisory Board meeting! We are seeking enthusiastic TAY youth who are dedicated to the well-being and influence of Alameda County’s youth. Each participant will be rewarded with a $25 gift card. The Downtown TAY Community Advisory Board convenes twice a month.
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