Youth Advocacy Foundation @YAF_Boston
The Youth Advocacy Foundation (YAF) supports programs providing legal representation and community services to court-involved youth. youthadvocacyfoundation.org Boston Joined June 2014-
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It’s #MarathonMonday!! We have to take a moment to thank our tremendous #TeamYAF who’ve already collectively raised over $40,000! We are so so thankful to this team of incredible individuals who’ve worked hard training to run this epic race while fundraising for YAF!
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Despite what MA weather may say, it's finally spring time which means it's that time again! You are cordially invited to YAF's 23rd Annual Spring Celebration! Please visit yaf.ejoinme.org/spring2024 to RSVP today! *Please note tickets will increase in price starting May 1st.
A large number of children w/disabilities are inappropriately disciplined or excluded from school. Join us in committing to prioritizing a future in which children with disabilities have access to the educational programming & support they need to thrive both in school & in life.
The Boston Globe highlights a crucial issue: the overwhelming number of suspensions. EdLaw and YAF are passionate about reducing the number of suspensions each year and ultimately banning them. Please read the full article at bostonglobe.com/2024/03/31/met…
YAF Board and Staff support Marathon Coalition runners with water stops one month before the big race! Read full story at: youthadvocacyfoundation.org/news-1/2024/3/…
Happy International Women's Day! Every girl deserves access to quality education to unlock her full potential and create a brighter future. YAF works hard every day to ensure every girl has the opportunity to learn, thrive, and lead. #InternationalWomensDay #equityineducation
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Do you have tickets yet for the Youth Advocacy Foundation’s 2022 Annual Spring Celebration on 5/12, 6 – 9 pm, The Charles Hotel, Cambridge, MA? If not, now is the time! @YAF_Boston yaf.ejoinme.org/spring2023
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Happy Hanukkah! Sending my warmest wishes to those celebrating in the United States and around the world. May you find peace, love, and happiness this season as you gather with friends and family.
With deep gratitude for all he has done for the youth of MA and beyond, and sadness because we will miss him so much, we announce the retirement of @DohanJosh , YAD Director & YAF Board President. Stay tuned, because we will be honoring him at our 2022 Spring Celebration! 💙💚
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