Richmond Youth Media Program

The Richmond Youth Media Program (RYMP) is a free referral-based program for youth, presented in partnership with Richmond Addiction Services Society (RASS) and supported by the Vancouver Coastal Health Sharon Martin Community Health (SMART) Fund. Participants learn media literacy skills that are relevant to their interests in a supportive environment that includes drop-in times (to work independently) as well as structured skill-building sessions.

Anyone can refer youth (13-24 years) to the Richmond Youth Media Program, including youth themselves. References will be asked to complete a referral form and arrange a meeting with a Youth Outreach Worker prior to joining the program, and youth can drop in and check out the program without a referral.

Contact Media Lab Staff at medialab@richmond.ca or 604-247-8303 for additional information or any questions about RYMP

RYMP Drop-ins

Tuesday & Thursday 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Saturday 12:00 - 4:00pm

Learn digital media skills, work on projects, socialize with youth and staff, grab a snack, and more! We also host skill sessions where youth learn skills from professionals and instructors in various fields.

Create Space

Wednesday 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Create Space is a free drop-in program for youth to explore and create a wide variety of art and crafts. From textile art and traditional crafts to digital arts and 3D printing, this program offers endless creative opportunities

Music Jam Session

Friday 5:00 pm o 8:00 pm

Jam Session is a free drop-in program where youth have the opportunity to record their own tracks, DJ, and collaborate or jam with other youth. No prior experience is necessary, and we have guitars, bass, drums, and keyboard available

Youth Events & Opportunities

The Richmond Youth Media Program aims to connect our youth participants with opportunities to use the skills they’ve gained through the program in the real world. Opportunities including Event Photography, Event DJing, Videography, and more may be requested using the form below. Send all requests to medialab@richmond.ca at least four weeks in advance.

Skill Session

Mic Drop

Youth Art Mart

Career in Media Arts

Battle of the Bands

Gaby N

Youth Outreach Worker

Mia M

Youth Outreach Worker

Omar R

Youth Outreach Worker

Alisha W

Youth Outreach Worker