Our Impact

NYAP has provided cost-effective, community-based services and support to children, youth, and families since 1978.

We offer flexible, creative, outcome-based solutions to meet the unique needs of the communities we serve and the individual needs of children, youth, and families involved in our programs and services.  

We have a non-negotiable commitment to do what is best for children, youth, and their families and have an abiding belief that every person has an innate ability to learn, grow, and develop. We provide opportunities and resources through our innovative programs and services and offer strong support and guidance to our dedicated foster parents. We work hard to build community connections and advocate with public agencies and officials for those served. We are united by our humanity, enriched by our diversity, and committed to keeping families together and strengthening the communities we proudly serve.

Since our beginnings in Van Wert, Ohio, we have watched the child welfare community evolve from being almost singularly focused on working with children identified as abused, neglected, dependent, or delinquent to the philosophy we have embraced since 1978. The primary focus must be holistically placed on strengthening families and ensuring the safety and well-being of children.

This perspective strongly reflects the core values of NYAP’s founder, Dr. Mubarak Awad, and our organization today. Thanks to creative and innovative programs and services, we can tailor our services to meet the needs of the children, youth, and families we serve and the agencies with whom we partner. Learn more about our founder, Dr. Mubarak Awad.