Who We Are & What We Do

Since our founding in 1996, the mission of YES Institute has remained the same: to prevent suicide and ensure the healthy development of all youth through powerful communication and education on gender and orientation.

Our Approach & The Opportunity

Our unique approach moves people beyond debates over right and wrong so that they can work together, offering new possibilities for powerful partnerships that can include many differing viewpoints.

Impact / Difference

For 25 years, 95% of participants have rated YES Institute’s programs as “Worthwhile” and “Extremely Worthwhile” — yet our impact goes so much further than numbers.

Get Involved

Want to connect and get engaged? Please visit this page and find out more information about being a trained volunteer speaker, becoming a contributor, or being an intern!