How will young people achieve independence, pursue meaning, secure stability, and find happiness?
We are zealously working toward a future where all young people have equitable pathways into adulthood.
About The Alliance
As a country, we have failed our young people. To truly change that, we must start with a comprehensive vision for their successful transition to adulthood―a vision that celebrates their power and helps them achieve independence, pursue meaning, secure stability, and find happiness. To this end, national organizations are coming together to form The National Alliance of Youth and Young Adult Advocates, which seeks to ensure all young people have equitable pathways to adulthood.
The Values that Guide Us
We seek to:
Center Equity
Expand Opportunities for the Most Vulnerable
Uplift Solutions Co-Designed with Young People
Support the Next Generation of Leaders
"We have some incredible programs serving young people, but we only have a small fraction of what we need. Together with young people and our partners, we will strive to ensure all youth can look forward to futures with hope and access to supportive pathways to follow their dreams.
— Dr. Mary Ann (Mimi) Haley, Executive Director, National Youth Employment Coalition
“We know that, when evidence is harnessed the right way, it can transform outcomes. This Alliance is what we need now: new ways to ensure that we have the data and research we need to make our case.”
— Dr. Stephanie McGencey, Executive Director, American Youth Policy Forum
“We reach thousands of youth and young adults now, but youth-serving programs are ready to serve so many more. With stronger coalitions and more investment, we can see an economic payoff while engaging young people in the transition to a green economy.”
— Mary Ellen Sprenkel, President and CEO, The Corps Network
“Young people are showing the way to a more equitable and inclusive society and economy. By centering young people, The National Alliance of Youth and Young Adult Advocates will ensure that the voices of the young are heard by our leaders.”
— Indivar Dutta-Gupta, President and Executive Director, Center for Law and Social Policy
