Evolving Worker Recruitment to Address a National Hiring Shortage Learn how employers nationwide are broadening their recruitment and hiring efforts to include groups that historically have faced barriers to employment. Read More
Naomi Wadler on Raising Youth Voices and Youth Advocates Lisa Hamilton chats with Naomi Wadler who, at age 11, captivated millions by advocating to end gun violence following the deadliest high school shooting in American history. Read More
Apply for the 2022 Reimagining Juvenile Justice Training-for-Trainers Institute The 2022 Reimagining Juvenile Justice Training-for-Trainers Institute is accepting applications. Apply by July 22, 2022. Read More
Workforce Development Programs That Work for Youth With Justice-System Experience This post reviews research that identifies common features of quality community-based workforce development programs serving youth and young adults with criminal or juvenile records. Read More
Strengthening Services With Two-Generation Approaches in Memphis A new research report examines an equity-focused project that aims to quickly design and test improvements for two-generation approaches. Read More
Poetry Gives Young People in Prison a Voice — and a Fresh Start Casey's latest webinar recording explores how writing is helping people in pretrial detention and prison get excited about learning and hopeful for the future. Read More
Maryland Enacts Sweeping Youth Justice Reforms Maryland lawmakers have passed a series of wide-ranging reforms that aim to position young people with justice-system involvement for long-term success. Read More
Foundation Announces Multiyear Partnerships in Three Communities to Help Youth Thrive by 25 The Foundation has launched partnerships in Albuquerque, New Mexico; Atlanta and Baltimore as part of its investments in the well-being and success of youth and young adults. Read More
Workforce Equity Fund Now Accepting 2022 Proposals The Fund for Workforce Equity is accepting proposals for workforce development efforts through July 31, 2022. Read More
New Legislation Supports Child Care in Maryland Parents and child care providers in Maryland can expect expanded assistance thanks to recent legislation. The package provides for easier access to child care and financial relief for parents. Read More
