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Providing young people in care or who have aged out of foster care with resources, connections, and a network of support statewide.

About Youth
Navigator Network

At YNN, we believe youth are inherently capable of finding solutions to the circumstances and challenges they face. The YNN program takes an engaging and genuine approach to strengthening youth and their networks.

About Ohio Department of
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Youth Navigator Network (YNN) is an official program of the Ohio Department of Children and Youth. The Ohio Department of Children and Youth's mission is to promote positive, lifelong outcomes for Ohio youth through early intervention, quality education, and family support programs.