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Youth Advocate Programs Helps Justice-Involved Youth Reenter Oregon Communities

Multnomah County, Ore. – Since early February, Youth Advocate Programs (YAP™), Inc. program participant “Dee” says he’s seen a difference in his behavior.

With Help From YAP, Horses Help 15-Year-Old Smith Heal and Grow

Charlotte, N.C. – Once a week for two hours 15 year-old Smith visits Shining Hope Farms for equine skills groups where he...

Youth Advocate Programs™ (YAP™) Leaders and Board Members Pursue Congressional Support

Youth Advocate Programs (YAP), Inc. leaders and board members took to Capitol Hill this month for the organization’s first Hill Day to...

Youth Advocate Programs’ Barbering and Dress for Success Projects Set Youth...

By John Kirtley YAP Clark County Assistant Director Las Vegas, Nev. – Clark County Youth Advocate...

Aaliyah Turned Her New Jersey Community Anti-Violence Program Summer Job Into...

New Brunswick, N.J. – A year ago, 16-year-old Aaliyah was identified as being among the state’s youth at the highest risk -- as...

At 17, Caden Works to Turn His Life Around and Make...

Lexington, Kentucky -- A year ago, Caden would never have imagined that he’d be where he is today -- looking forward to...

With Support from YAP, Tay has Alternatives to Violence, Including Plans for College

Charlotte, NC – Tay went from barely graduating high school and making unsafe choices outside of school to registering for college – thanks to support...

YAP Alternatives to Violence Community Midnight Basketball Game is a Slam...

Charlotte, N.C. - Youth Advocate Programs (YAP™), Inc. Alternatives to Violence (ATV) teams hosted a Midnight Basketball event in August that brought the...

YAP Behavioral Health Leader Discusses Importance of Responsive Mental Health Services

Harris County, Texas - Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP™) Southwest Behavioral Health Regional Director Naomi Chargois shared how the agency is unique...

Unique Summer Jobs Program Gives MaKayla and Other Young People Facing...

Berks County, Pa. – Eighteen-year-old MaKayla’s job as a summer camp counselor gives her a chance to encourage and support kids as...

YAP Presents its Unique YAPWrap™ Service Model at European Social Services Conference

Antwerp, Belgium –  Worldwide leaders from 36 countries heard the story of a former Youth Advocate Programs (YAP™), Inc. violence interruption program participant who received...

YAP Washington Heights Violence Interruption Program Gives High Risk Individuals Holistic...

Chicago, IL -- For John, life after prison has been sweet in many ways. While incarcerated, he earned his...

More Texas Families Benefit from YAP’s Culturally Responsive Mental Health Services

Maribel looks at her 15-year-old son, Ivan, and feels hopeful for his future. In a new YouTube ad, she thinks back to...

With the Help of YAP and its Scholarship Fund, Ethan is...

Somerset County, Pa. – For the past three years Youth Advocate Programs (YAP™) Behavioral Health Technician Sherri Snyder has worked with Ethan...

Youth Advocate Programs (YAP™), Inc. Clark County Participants Get a Second-Chance...

Las Vegas, Nev. -  Youth Advocate Programs (YAP™), Inc. of Clark County hosted a “Black and White Affair” for young adults who...