Our results
Being a part of YLAT makes you feel stronger; knowing you’re making a difference makes you feel good about yourself.
Maine’s YLAT strives to make an impact in different ways
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- Young people: YLAT members learn new skills, gain confidence, and forge relationships that enhance their lives.
- Child welfare system: YLAT youth and adults impact the child welfare system, making it more youth-centered in its laws and policies, practices, culture, and resource distribution.
- Community: The youth and adults on the team also promote positive change in the community, which becomes more responsive to young people in care.
- All youth in care: Ultimately, with a youth-centered child welfare system and engaged community, the life prospects for all young people in care improve—increasing their chances for family connections, economic success, and productive lives as community members.