Us
We are a network of creative, forward thinking,
and innovative professionals.
Our Culture
With a growth mindset, YPCI emerges within a cutting edge and innovative corporate culture that recognizes youth as valuable assets with the gifts required for positive change wherever there is a need.
Our 501(c)(3) organization has a longstanding commitment to advancing the well-being and future success of youth and communities locally, nationally, and globally. Headquartered in Maryland and Virginia, YPCI brings together a multidisciplinary network of certified educators, researchers, evaluators, archivists, film and multimedia producers, AI and education technologists, public health professionals, youth engagement specialists, community advocates, parents, and young leaders dedicated to creating innovative, culturally responsive, and evidence-informed solutions that support the intellectual, emotional, social, and overall wellness of youth, families, and historically underserved communities.
Our Vision
To reinforce the value of youth and their unique cultures in ways that assist in improving health and education related outcomes.
Our Mission
To mobilize public and private resources for collaborations that will aid in the education of America’s most marginalized youth and reduce and prevent substance use – ultimately leading to reducing the impact of substance abuse, mental illness, and trauma.
To transform basic research and evidence-based practices (adaptive, cultural, scientific, and intuitive) into applied technologies, special events, programs, and products that work for children, youth, families, communities, professionals, and other stakeholders who interact with and in the best interest of youth.
