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The mission of the Youth Advocacy Project is to protect and advance the legal and human rights of children, and to promote their healthy development through active partnerships with the community.
Established by the Committee for Public
Counsel Services of Massachusetts, the Youth Advocacy Project (YAP) began in 1992 with a goal of protecting and advancing the legal and human rights of children and promoting their healthy development.
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YAP's programs and services go well beyond representation in the courtroom. With a staff of trial attorneys, education
attorneys, social service providers, and psychologists, YAP offers a holistic approach that encourages the development
of youth.
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The Juvenile Defense Network (JDN) is a Massachusetts based training and support program established to meet the needs of Juvenile Defense Lawyers
who represent children in delinquency and youthful offender cases.
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Over the years, YAP has created several initiatives and partnered with
different community organizations in efforts to increase advocacy
for indigent youth.
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The EdLaw Project is an advocacy organization created to ensure equal opportunity in life achievement for Boston youth
by enforcing every child's right to a quality education.
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YAP offers a variety of internships for Law School students, Graduate Social Work Students, Undergraduates, and Volunteers.
The Youth Advocacy Project is a proud sponsor of several
AmeriCorps*VISTA members.
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Support juvenile justice and your local community by making a tax-deductible donation to
the Youth Advocacy Project.
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