Youth Advocate Program

Located at 72 Public Avenue in Montrose, Pennsylvania, the Youth Advocate Program is a high-impact social justice nonprofit that offers community-based alternatives to youth incarceration, congregate placements, and neighborhood violence. By divesting in facilities and investing in communities, YAP creates continuums of care tailored to each individual's needs. Through their YAPWrap model, they provide intensive support to young people, adults, and families right in their own neighborhoods. Research shows that YAP is making a positive difference in the lives of those they serve and the systems that support them. The organization's blog features stories of families, advocates, and program practitioners working towards reform in the youth justice, child welfare, and social services systems. YAP's family-focused approach ensures that support extends beyond the individual to their entire family, empowering lasting change. With a commitment to equal opportunities and a discrimination-free environment, YAP is dedicated to strengthening communities one biography at a time.