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Who We Are

For 35 years, Youth Enhancement Services, Inc. (YES) has been a pillar in Metro Atlanta, empowering underserved youth, ages 16 to 24, through alternative education, post-secondary options, workforce readiness, and cultural enrichment. With a legacy of impacting over 5,000 young lives, we remain committed to breaking cycles of poverty, disconnection, and creating pathways to success. 

Our premier initiative, Just One Youth (J.O.Y.), expands our reach by forging a movement of strategic community partnerships, allowing us to serve even more young people each year. We provide a second chance for those who have left traditional schools without graduating and guidance for high school graduates seeking direction. Our programs support youth in earning a GED, exploring college, apprenticeships, career training, and securing living-wage jobs. 

At YES, we cultivate resilience, self-empowerment, and opportunity, equipping youth with the skills and confidence to build brighter futures—for themselves and their communities. 

Our Programs

GED & Academic Tutorials

Referrals to community-based GED programs and academic tutorials are available for youth ages 16-24.

Post-Secondary Options (PSO)

GED and high school graduates are encouraged to enroll at post-secondary institutions in order to increase their skill level and marketability in the workforce.

Workforce Readiness

YES program participants are equipped with the skills and tools necessary to become a productive and informed member of the workforce.

YES Empowerment

Social and cultural enrichment activities are key to the development of positive self-image and sustained personal growth.

Become a Sponsor

Join YES in making a difference! By partnering with us through the YES J.O.Y. (Just One Youth) Initiative, you can play a vital role in offering youth and their families a second chance for a better future. We welcome partnerships from companies, faith-based groups, and professional organizations to support our mission. Together, we can uplift the next generation. 

Our Mission

Our mission is to empower underserved youth with transformative mentorship, workforce readiness, life skills, education and living-wage training pathways to achieve self-sufficiency. By uniting with community partners, we amplify our reach—because positively impacting one youth can spark a movement that has the power to strengthen communities, society, and the world.