About YAB

The Pennsylvania Youth Advisory Board (YAB) is comprised of current and former substitute care youth ages 16-21. Youth leaders on the YAB educate, advocate, and form partnerships to create positive change in the substitute care system. 

The YAB is funded by the PA Department of Public Welfare, Office of Children, Youth and Families and is supported by the University of Pittsburgh, PA Child Welfare Training Program.

Click on the map below to view the 6 regional Youth Advisory Boards around Pennsylvania.  Each regional YAB is led by youth officers and at least one staff regional YAB coordinator.  Contact the regional YAB coordinator if you are interested in joining your Regional YAB.

Statewide Information

Region/County Information

Click on the map below to view your local Regional Youth Advisory Board.County Map


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