**RSVP:** Text us at 323-666-4258 to complete RSVP **[Secular Youth Group](https://www.atheistsunited.org/secular-youth-group) is a religion-free space for secular youth** * Our group creates a safe space for curious teens to explore ethics, science, nature, and social justice in community. **Weekly Meetings** * Every Thursday night we meetup in the Carl Sagan & Ann Druyan theater and play games, host workshops, watch movies, plan adventures, and explore the universe one question at a time. * Any youth ages 13-18 are welcome to attend. **WHEN:** * Thursdays * 5:00 PM — 7:00 PM **WHERE:** * Center for Inquiry West: * [2535 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA 90026](https://maps.app.goo.gl/QDvhdgiZiCHqSgrc8) **RSVP:** * Text us at 323-666-4258 before attending if new (RSVP on Discord if already a member) **DETAILS:** * Each meeting combines a fun activity with a challenging discussion topic * All activities and discussion topics are picked by youth participants * Guest experts are sometimes invited to lead workshops/activities * **RSVP by text/discord before attending to confirm we’re meeting** * Meetings are always free and include snacks and drinks * Free vehicle parking on site *** **Where curiosity is celebrated** At Atheists United, we understand better than anyone the importance of creating a safe, secular space for people to explore their ideas, identities, and values. Youth should be celebrated, not shamed, for asking honest questions. **According the [US Secular Survey](https://www.secularsurvey.org/youth):** * 15% lower rate of depression among youth active in a local secular community * More than a third of secular youth had negative experiences with family due to their nonreligious identity * One third of secular youth had negative experience in education due to their nonreligious identity * Nearly 50% of young people are religiously unaffiliated *** At Atheists United, we are committed to creating safe, inclusive, and harassment-free environments at all of our events. By participating in an event hosted by Atheists United you agree to follow behavior outlined in our [Event Code of Conduct](https://www.atheistsunited.org/policies) policy.
