Founded in 2000, Youth Policy Institute of Iowa (YPII) works to improve the delivery of services and supports for youth by partnering with public and private entities throughout Iowa. We focus on collaboration, racial and cultural equity, improving quality of practice and measuring results. YPII is involved in a wide range of initiatives, but specializes in policies and programs affecting youth transitioning to adulthood, particularly those who have been involved in child welfare (foster care) or juvenile justice systems.
dsm Magazine features a unique collaboration that is engaging youth who’ve experienced homelessness in identifying new solutions to address this issue in central Iowa.
