About

For almost a half century, Youth Development.  has been fighting a war against poverty and all its causes and effects. We are always trying to find a better way to partner with families to solve life’s problems by providing an accepting environment that offers diverse services that have proven results. In a State that comes in last in the nation for issues like hunger, child well-being, and education. YDI is first on the front lines to battle each and every social ill.

Founded in 1971, Youth Development, Inc. (YDI) is a nationally-recognized, New Mexico-based, youth and family service organization. We assist with early childhood education and child care, prenatal care, alternative education, job training and placement, mental and behavioral health services, homeless assistance, mentoring, family development and family counseling services.

For almost a half century, Youth Development, Inc. has been fighting a war against poverty and all its causes and effects. We are always trying to find a better way to partner with families to solve life’s problems by providing an accepting environment that offers diverse services that have proven results. In a State that comes in last in the nation for issues like hunger, child well-being, and education. YDI is first on the front lines to battle each and every social ill.