Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.

10/09/2026

Mañana, 10 de octubre, es el Día Mundial de la Salud Mental.🌎💚

Nunca sabes por lo que alguien más puede estar pasando, así que tómate un momento hoy para preguntarle a un amigo, colega o ser querido cómo está. A veces, lo más amable que podemos hacer es acercarnos y preguntar: "¿Cómo estás realmente?" Nunca sabes por lo que otra persona está pasando, y un pequeño chequeo puede recordarle que no está solo.

10/09/2026

Tomorrow, October 10th, is World Mental Health Day.🌎💚

You never know what someone else may be facing, so take a moment today to check in on a friend, colleague, or loved one. Sometimes the kindest thing we can do is reach out and ask, "How are you really doing?" You never know what someone else is going through, and a quick check-in can remind them they're not alone.

10/02/2026

¡Octubre ha llegado oficialmente! 🎃🍂🧡

Con el inicio de la temporada espeluznante, muchos de nosotros estamos emocionados por las fiestas de disfraces y las celebraciones de Halloween. Si estás planeando tus actividades, recuerda que una gran noche no tiene que incluir alcohol. Ir a pedir dulces con la familia u organizar una noche de juegos de Halloween con amigos son formas increíbles de celebrar de manera segura y crear recuerdos duraderos.

10/02/2026

October is officially here! 🎃🍂🧡

As spooky season kicks off, many of us are looking forward to costume parties and Halloween celebrations. If you’re planning your activities, remember that a great night doesn’t have to include alcohol. Trick-or-treating with family or organizing a Halloween game night with friends are awesome ways to celebrate safely and create lasting memories.

09/21/2026

La conciencia inicia la conversación. La conexión salva vidas.

Aunque septiembre llama la atención sobre la prevención del suicidio, nuestro compromiso de apoyarnos unos a otros debe continuar todos los días del año. Un simple chequeo, un oído que escucha o compartir recursos puede marcar una diferencia significativa. Construyamos una comunidad donde las personas se sientan seguras para pedir ayuda, apoyadas en su proceso de sanación y conectadas antes de que ocurra una crisis.

Encuentra recursos sobre prevención del suicidio y salud mental aquí: 🔗 hhs.texas.gov/services/mental-health-substance-use/mental-health-crisis-services/su***de-prevention

Su***de prevention starts with recognizing the warning signs of su***de and taking them seriously. Talking openly about suicidal thoughts and feelings can save a life.

09/21/2026

Awareness starts the conversation. Connection saves lives.

While September brings attention to su***de prevention, our commitment to supporting one another should continue every day of the year. A simple check-in, a listening ear, or sharing resources can make a meaningful difference. Let's build a community where people feel safe asking for help, supported in their healing journey, and connected before a crisis happens.

Find su***de prevention and mental health resources here: 🔗 hhs.texas.gov/services/mental-health-substance-use/mental-health-crisis-services/su***de-prevention

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Su***de prevention starts with recognizing the warning signs of su***de and taking them seriously. Talking openly about suicidal thoughts and feelings can save a life.

09/21/2026

Today is International Peace Day and we’re highlighting our global partner - Life Without Barriers in Australia. The YAP global community is dedicated to creating safe communities, peacebuilding with peers, family, neighbors, and themselves as they cultivate resilience, develop youth leaders, and live in communities where they can thrive.

On June 26, the Life Without Barriers YAP Teams from Logan and the Gold Coast participated in the annual Queensland Police Youth Co-Responder Touch Football Tournament. The day provided an opportunity for young people to build connections, develop confidence, and engage positively with their peers and community partners in a supportive and inclusive environment.

The event highlighted the importance of creating opportunities where young people can feel empowered, valued and confident to achieve outcomes they may once have thought were beyond their reach.

YAP is a national nonprofit that partners with youth justice, child welfare, and other systems in communities across the U.S., to deliver family-centered, accountability-focused services as an alternative to correctional and residential care facilities. In addition to Australia, YAP has an International footprint in YAP Ireland, Sierra Leone Youth Advocate Program SLYAP and Siembra Bien. For more information on YAP, visit yapinc.org.

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09/18/2026

Check out this video from Delaware Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. featuring Program Director Omar Douglas.

YAP's mission is to deliver and advocate for safe and effective community-based alternatives to residential care and incarceration that empower individuals, families, and neighborhoods to thrive. More information on YAP can be found at yapinc.org.

09/18/2026

Good News Friday ☀️ YAP’s Alternatives to Violence teams attended the 2026 Community Violence Intervention Conference in Los Angeles in July. The conference brings together national and international experts in the field of community violence intervention to share best practices, strategies and goals. YAP ATV is a partnership with the City of Charlotte Government and Mecklenburg County Government serving individuals ages 14-25 identified as most at risk of violence engagement. Photographed are YAP ATV Program Manager Donnell Gardner, ATV West Boulevard Sit Supervisor Anthony Davis, Executive Assistant Tonia Faison and Beatties Ford Road Violence Interrupter Antwan Cousar.
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Charlotte NC/Mecklenburg County Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.

09/17/2026

YAP Lebanon County, Pa. - Daniella Builds Resilience and Sets Career Goals, Empowered by Youth Advocate Programs Donors
https://loom.ly/bwSiMPI

09/16/2026

Former YAP® Baltimore Program Participant Khalil Shares His Story During Youth Justice Summit
https://loom.ly/lPXEzzM
Center for Youth Justice, Georgetown University
McCourt School of Public Policy - Georgetown University

09/15/2026

Todos tenemos un papel que jugar en la prevención del suicidio. Juntos, podemos crear comunidades donde las personas se sientan vistas, apoyadas y conectadas.

Pequeñas acciones pueden tener un gran impacto:
✅ Comunícate con alguien de quien no hayas sabido en un tiempo.
✅ Pregunta, "¿Cómo estás realmente?"
✅ Ofrece tu tiempo y apoyo.
✅ Comparte recursos de salud mental.
✅ Lidera con amabilidad, empatía y comprensión.

Cuando nos mostramos para los demás, ayudamos a construir esperanza y salvar vidas. 💜 Aprende cómo puedes apoyar en samhsa.gov/mental-health/suicidal-behavior/prevention

09/15/2026

We all have a role to play in su***de prevention. Together, we can create communities where people feel seen, supported, and connected.

Small actions can have a big impact:
✅ Reach out to someone you haven't heard from in a while.
✅ Ask, "How are you really doing?"
✅ Offer your time and support.
✅ Share mental health resources.
✅ Lead with kindness, empathy, and understanding.

When we show up for one another, we help build hope and save lives. 💜
Learn how you can support at samhsa.gov/mental-health/suicidal-behavior/prevention

09/15/2026

09/12/2026

Orange County, NY - Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. - State funding boosts youth programs, community groups
https://loom.ly/kENKFnc

YAP Project (Reinvest, Inspire, Support and Empower) is a community-based program funded by the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services that works to empower youth ages 14-25 who are involved in the justice system—or at risk of becoming involved—by helping them build brighter, more hopeful futures.

City of Newburgh
Mid Hudson Times
Governor Kathy Hochul

Newburgh is set to receive state funding for the fourth year in a row to support several community organizations that provide youth services and programs. The City of Newburgh is receiving $2 …

09/11/2026

Good News Friday ☀️- YAP St. Lawrence County, NY participated in a Roadside Cleanup event on July 9. In doing their part to give back to the community, program participants and their Advocates picked up trash on roadsides. YAP St. Lawrence County, NY has both youth justice and child welfare programs. YAP is a national nonprofit that partners with youth justice, child welfare, behavioral health, education, public safety, and other systems to deliver community-based alternatives to youth incarceration, residential care, and neighborhood violence. For more info YAP, visit yapinc.org.

09/11/2026

09/09/2026

09/08/2026

🕯️Semana de Concienciación sobre la Prevención del Suicidio 🕯️6-12 de septiembre
Esta semana sirve como un recordatorio importante de que cada vida importa y que nadie debería enfrentar sus problemas solo.

Una simple conversación, una palabra amable o preocuparse por alguien puede hacer una gran diferencia. Trabajemos juntos para reducir el estigma, fomentar conversaciones abiertas sobre la salud mental y recordar a quienes están pasando por momentos difíciles que hay ayuda disponible y que la esperanza es real.

Si tú o alguien que conoces está pasando por dificultades, hay apoyo disponible: 📞 Llama o envía un mensaje de texto al 988 para comunicarte con la Línea de Vida de Suicidio y Crisis (EE. UU.) 💬 Chatea en línea en 988lifeline.org 🚨 Si hay un peligro inmediato o una emergencia, llama al 911 o a los servicios de emergencia locales.

No estás solo/a. La ayuda está disponible. La esperanza es real.

09/08/2026

🕯️ Su***de Prevention Awareness Week 🕯️September 6th-12th
This week serves as an important reminder that every life matters and that no one should have to face their struggles alone.

A simple conversation, a kind word, or checking in on someone can make a meaningful difference. Let's work together to reduce stigma, encourage open conversations about mental health, and remind those who are struggling that help is available and hope is real.

If you or someone you know is struggling, support is available: 📞 Call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.) 💬 Chat online at 988lifeline.org 🚨 If there is an immediate danger or emergency, call 911 or your local emergency services.

You are not alone. Help is available. Hope is real.

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