The Office of Youth Policy works together with community partners to coordinate services and resources for the youths of the City to ensure their safety and success. The Office of Youth Policy works with all youth-serving groups in the community to determine existing resources, coordinate compatible initiatives and to identify service gaps that may exist. Pittsburgh Public Schools, Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Workforce Investment Board, Pittsburgh Police and local foundations are some of these partners.

The Office of Youth Policy, along with the community partners above, is concentrating efforts to streamline services and avoid duplication. Under the leadership of the Mayor's Office, three representative groups were formed to identify or propose the creation of programmatic opportunities to address the needs of young people and families in the City of Pittsburgh. They include the Youth Commission, the Youth Council and the newly formed Propel Pittsburgh Commission.

Our Vision

Young people prosper when they have strong healthy relationships with family and friends and a strong connection within their communities. Young people who live in an unsafe neighborhood may be at risk of harm and have more chance of dropping out of school. We will provide access to resources and programs to combat these issues.