The Young Women's Project (YWP) is a non-profit organization based in Washington, DC, dedicated to empowering young people and advocating for their rights and opportunities. Through their various programs, YWP guides youth in personal transformation, helping them become leaders in their communities who can analyze problems, propose solutions, and advocate for change. With a focus on health education, foster care, employment, and civic engagement, YWP has made a significant impact in the past three years, reaching thousands of youth and delivering testimonies, interventions, and policies that have improved the lives of DC youth.
YWP's approach is rooted in building the leadership and power of young people, enabling them to transform institutions and expand rights and opportunities for their peers. With a dedicated team of adult staff, youth staff, and a board of advisors and directors, YWP has successfully implemented their theory of change and achieved tangible results. Their work has been recognized and supported by funders and community partners, and they continue to make a difference in the lives of DC youth through their programs and initiatives.
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