Global InformationYouth Empowerment for Advancement Hangout information
| Abbreviation | YEAH Philly |
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| Founded | 2018 |
| Founder | Kendra Van de Water James Aye |
| Type | 501(c)(3) non-profit organization |
| Location |
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Area served | Philadelphia |
| Website | yeahphilly |
Youth Empowerment for Advancement Hangout, also known as YEAH Philly, is a non-profit community organization based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, that works with teens and young adults who have been impacted by violence.[1] It was founded in 2018 by Kendra Van de Water and James Aye as a Black-led organization in an effort to increase the voice of young people and decrease violence in Philadelphia.[2][3][4] YEAH Philly describes itself as envisioning "a Philadelphia where teens and young adults lead the way in successfully resolving violent conflicts with bold and culturally relevant practices".[5]
- ^ "YEAHPhilly – Reaching Philly Teens the Right Way". Y.E.A.H. Philly.
- ^ MacGillis, Alec (July 30, 2021). "What Philadelphia Reveals About America's Homicide Surge". ProPublica.
- ^ Cite error: The named reference
aldiawas invoked but never defined (see the help page). - ^ ""YEAH" Is Doing Its Part To Empower West Philly Teens". The Philadelphia Tribune. January 26, 2020.
- ^ "About – YEAHPhilly". YEAH Philly. Retrieved October 4, 2021.