Youth Advocate Program 91 Larrabee Road, Westbrook, ME 04092

Youth Advocate Program, located at 91 Larrabee Road in Westbrook, Maine, is a high-impact social justice nonprofit that offers community-based alternatives to youth incarceration, congregate placements, and neighborhood violence. By promoting 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 environments. Research shows that YAP is making a positive difference in the lives of those they serve, as well as in the systems that support them.

The institution's blog showcases stories of families, advocates, and program practitioners who are at the forefront of reforming youth justice, child welfare, and social services systems. Youth Advocate Programs are described as the county's greatest asset for redirecting and transforming the lives of juveniles and their families. YAP's family-focused approach ensures that support is provided not just to the young person, but to their entire family, recognizing the importance of long-term family involvement.

Testimonials from program participants highlight the impact of YAP in helping individuals achieve their goals and create positive changes in their lives. The organization's wraparound approach, which supports individuals on multiple levels including their neighborhoods, schools, and families, is credited for its effectiveness. YAP is committed to providing equal employment and program opportunities in an environment free of discrimination and harassment, ensuring that all decisions are based on qualifications and job requirements rather than personal characteristics. Strengthening communities one biography at a time, YAP is dedicated to creating positive change and supporting individuals and families in need.