Arch Training Center, Washington D.C.

Welcome to ARCH

Mission

ARCH is a nineteen-year-old Washington , DC not-for-profit, community-based organization, located in the historic Anacostia neighborhood. The mission of ARCH is to serve as a catalyst, primarily in Ward 8, east of the Anacostia River, ensuring individuals and families access to quality education, livable wage jobs, cultural activities, affordable housing, neighborhood businesses and access to effective health and social services. ARCH exists to ensure that youth, adults and families have the tools they need to live independently. Traditionally, this has been accomplished through programs aimed at providing educational enhancement and skills training that result in livable wage jobs. ARCH operates multiple projects within the Washington metropolitan area. ARCH's experience in operating complex programs is extensive. Please click on the Programs tab for more information on individual programs.

ARCH’s After School Photography Program is for students attending ARCH
Training Center, an organization that provides vocational training and GED
educationalpreparation for at risk youth in Washington DC’s Anacostia
Neighborhood.The craft of photography challenges students to learn skills
using chemistry, math, timing, patience and problem-solving, meanwhile
developing their creative voice, strength of self-expression, and serving as
an emotional outlet. Read and see more here.

ARCH has been serving Southeast DC residents for over 20 years.