HR1097: HR1097 Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. Day; November 3, 2025; recognize

26 LC 112 3697 House Resolution 1097 By: Representatives Reese of the 140th, Olaleye of the 59th, Howard of the 129th, Sharper of the 177th, and Crawford of the 89th A RESOLUTION Recognizing November 3, 2025, as Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. Day; and for other1 purposes.2 WHEREAS, Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP) was founded on Nov ember 3, 1975,3 with a bold mission to provide community-based alternatives to institutional care for young4 people and families, transforming lives and empowering communities; and5 WHEREAS, over the past 50 years, YAP has become a global leader in innovative and6 effective advocacy, serving youth and families in urban, suburb an, rural, and exurban7 communities by providing individualized, strength-based services that keep families together;8 and9 WHEREAS, YAP's unique evidence-based model includes a commitment to a "no eject, no10 reject" policy, ensuring that every young person and family receives the support they need11 without exclusion; and12 WHEREAS, YAP's work has successfully reduced reliance on out-of-home placements such13 as detention centers, residential treatment facilities, and cor rectional placements, offering14 H. R. 1097 - 1 - 26 LC 112 3697 cost-effective solutions that prioritize the well-being of yout h, families, and communities;15 and16 WHEREAS, YAP's holistic approach to youth and family advocacy has fostered resilience,17 created economic opportunities through workforce development, a nd built safer, stronger18 communities across the nation and around the world; and19 WHEREAS, the year 2025 marks the 50th Anniversary of YAP's impa ctful service,20 celebrating decades of advancing equity, justice, and positive outcomes for countless21 individuals.22 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that23 the members of this body recognize November 3, 2025, as Youth Advocate Programs, Inc.24 Day.25 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized26 and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution avai lable for distribution to the27 public and the press.28 H. R. 1097 - 2 -