Most High Risk Youth Referred to Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. Remain Arrest Free and in their Communities During YAP Participation

Authors

Douglas N. Evans, CUNY John Jay College
Sheyla A. Delgado, CUNY John Jay College

Document Type

Report

Publication Date

Spring 5-1-2014

Abstract

This report, conducted by the Research & Evaluation Center at John Jay College, assesses Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP), which offers community-based services to high-risk youth to reduce reliance on out-of-home placements. Analyzing 3,523 juvenile justice-referred cases of youth aged 11-18, the study finds that YAP effectively serves the highest-risk youth, with judicial authorities showing confidence in referring these youth to the program. The findings demonstrate YAP’s commitment to providing intensive, community-based services aimed at long-term client well-being and reducing the need for institutional placements.