The New Orleans Children & Youth Planning Board (CYPB) is dedicated to transforming the lives of children and youth by fostering Positive Youth Development through comprehensive, coordinated efforts. We propel the 10-year New Orleans Youth Master Plan, a roadmap toward a thriving, equitable city for youth, from birth to 24, their families, and the communities they are part of. Key components of our work include the Youth Advisory Board, which empowers young voices to lead change, and emerging initiatives like the Youth Data Hub that centralizes and analyzes data to enhance decision-making and equity.

Our Revolutionary Researchers program prepares young people to conduct research, empowering them to address issues they're passionate about through community-engaged, culturally resonant methods. This initiative dismantles traditional research paradigms by centering lived experiences and promoting creative solutions.

The Youth Connections podcast offers civics education and support to equip youth with the knowledge needed for impactful advocacy. By fostering dialogue between adults and youth, we aim to change narratives and build mutual respect, transparency, and growth.