SAYA! is a community-based organization dedicated to creating social change and opportunities for South Asian youth to realize their fullest potential.

Description and/or History:
We provide comprehensive after-school youth development programs to South Asian immigrant youth ages 11 to 19 in New York City. Based in Elmhurst, Queens, SAYA! has various oportunities where youth, ages 12-19, can come to express themselves, share their interests, build on their talents, receive tutoring, and play sports.

Founded in 1996, South Asian Youth Action (SAYA!) is the first and only organization of its kind in the United States working to develop the skills, talents, and leadership potential of South Asian youth living in New York City.

Contact person: Wida Amir, Program Director, (718) 651-3484, (email)

Address:

54-05 Seabury Street Elmhurst, NY 11373 (See a map)

Directions:

From Manhattan: Sit in the front of the train Take E or F to Roosevelt-Jackson Heights Change across platform to the R, or V to Grand Avenue—Newtown Use exit marked Queens Blvd.—South Side You'll be in front of the First Presbyterian Church of Newtown Walk along 54th Avenue to Seabury St. and turn left Enter from small black gate and walk to black double doors Offices are in the basement From Queens: Sit in the back of the train. Take E or F to 71st Street-Continental Ave Change across platform to the R, or V to Grand Avenue—Newtown Use exit marked Queens Blvd.—South Side You'll be in front of the First Presbyterian Church of Newtown Walk along 54th Avenue to Seabury St. and turn left Enter from small black gate and walk to black double doors Offices are in the basement   Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: R or V train,   Walk distance (in minutes): 3   Nearest Bus Stop: Q53, 5 minute walk