Did you know that teachers and school personnel can become licensed foster parents for vulnerable children and youth? Because of your education, training, and experience with youth and families, you are uniquely positioned to…

U.S. District Judge Goodwin’s recent statement about West Virginia’s foster care system—calling out years of inaction, bureaucratic indifference, shocking neglect, and temporary fixes—is painfully accurate. There is plenty of blame to go around. Blame, however, leads nowhere. Instead, we must focus on real solutions, starting with…

The NYAP/Chance Program, a national program with roots in Jacksonville, has not only brought attention to the critical issues of human trafficking but has also provided much-needed resources and hope to those affected.

We’re proud to announce that National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP) is included in this year’s renowned ranking of America’s Best Employers 2025 by Forbes, a well-known global media company focusing on business, investing, technology, entrepreneurship, leadership, and lifestyle and noted for its lists and rankings of individuals, companies, and other notable figures. 

As a foster parent and now advocate in the social work field, I own my humanity, flaws and all. Learning through hard knocks tends to be a norm for anyone investing in children, whether they be a parent or professional.

National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP) is proud to announce its selection as a recipient of the West Virginia First Foundation’s (WVFF) inaugural Opportunity Grant.

When it comes to child welfare, few issues are as critical—or as complex—as the decision to remove a child or youth from their home. At National Youth Advocate Program (NYAP), we believe keeping children and youth with their primary family members is essential to their long-term success and well-being.