Legal Counsel for Youth and Children
Organization Details
| Name | Legal Counsel for Youth and Children |
| URL | https://lcycwa.org/ |
Organization Description
| Mission statement | LCYC protects the interests and safety of youth in Washington by advancing their legal rights. We accomplish our mission through direct legal representation, strong community partnerships, and systemic advocacy. |
| Service(s) description | Young people between ages 12-24 who are experiencing, or at risk of, housing instability in King County are eligible for LCYC’s free civil legal services. Housing instability includes, but is not limited to: homelessness, couch surfing, struggling to access emergency shelter, temporarily living with friends or family, facing eviction, or feeling unsafe/unwelcome at home. |
| Program impact | not provided |
Community programs are organized into categories known as Community School Elements. All community programs associated with Legal Counsel for Youth and Children are listed below and each program may be provided at 1 or more schools. You can use the 'Show Details' buttons to learn more about each program.
Basic Needs (1 program)
Programs that support students and families in receiving and accessing resources related to hunger and food security, housing insecurity/homelessness, clothing, hygiene products, and other necessities.