Youth Action Board (YAB).
Welcome!
Welcome to the Youth Action Board (YAB) – a vibrant collective of young individuals aged 12-24 sharing lived experience in homelessness and housing instability.
Part of the Whatcom Anchor Community Initiative (ACI), YAB's passion and perspective drives transformative, youth-led solutions that shape our community.
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Our Values
At the heart of our mission are the values of Healing, Justice, and Equity. The ACI is committed to addressing the specific challenges faced by BIPOC and LGBTQ+ youth in accessing safety, resources, and housing. We recognize the importance of creating an inclusive and supportive environment that caters to the unique needs of every individual.
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Pictured above are some members of our Youth Action Board at Olympia speaking with our representatives about policy.
Our Mission
Empowered by the lived experiences of our members, the YAB plays a pivotal role in directly influencing the ACI's endeavors. Together, we strive to redefine how our community approaches and supports youth and young adults facing homelessness and housing insecurity.
Why did you join YAB?
Two members share what NWYS has meant for them
"Northwest Youth Services helped me with my goals by letting me stay at the PAD, and get my GED, and seek proper housing. I've had help with my resume and getting jobs, and it's really just helped me turn my life around."
"NWYS has helped me fine-tune my leadership skills and learn to be confident in my ideas and opinions. It gives youth a place where their voices can be heard, and a chance to voice our needs and receive help."
Support This Work
Join us on this journey toward a more compassionate and responsive community. The YAB and ACI are dedicated to fostering positive change, one youth-led solution at a time. Together, we strive to build a future where no young person has to face homelessness alone.
Your support matters. Make a difference with us.