We believe every young person has the right to live their authentic sexuality. That means making decisions about their own body and relationships—and feeling good doing it. Decisions about if, when, and how to parent—or not. And the freedom to become who they want to be. From our start in 1979, we focused on an often-overlooked group of young people: those who were pregnant and parenting. Back the
n, we were known as the National Organization on Adolescent Pregnancy and Parenting, or NOAPP. Over time, we added a third “P” to our name to bring in prevention, while never losing sight of supports and services for young people who are pregnant or parenting. Inclusive and affirming is just who we are. We are the network for professionals—the teachers and educators, the counselors and clinicians, the caring adults—supporting and empowering young people to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. As a national membership organization, we know professionals do their best when they’re connected to great opportunities and resources—and with others working in sexual and reproductive health. We make that happen. Our mission is to promote better outcomes for adolescents and young adults by advancing social change, cultivating innovation, and strengthening youth-supporting professionals and organizations.
