The Ann Arbor Neutral Zone is a diverse, youth-driven teen center founded in 1998, dedicated to promoting personal growth through artistic expression, community leadership and the exchange of ideas. It provides a study space with tutoring, snacks, weekly dinners, and a place to hang out with friends. In addition, NZ offers 24 regular programs in Community Leadership, Education, Literary Arts, Music Performance and Technology, and Visual Arts. During the 2007-2008 program year, approximately 18,424 teen visits during the after school programs and special events were documented. A total of 501 teens were registered in the weekly programs and leadership activities.