Archive for March 2023
March 2023 Newsletter – NYEC Forum Pre-Conference
NYEC Annual Forum Pre-Conference Calling all conferencegoers! On April 4th, 2023, NYEC is partnering with Persevere, a transformational workforce development organization focusing on expanding opportunities for currently and formerly incarcerated individuals. During the afternoon pre-conference, NYEC and Persevere will work with attendees to problem-solve issues that they are facing to better outcomes for justice-impacted youth…
Read MoreYouth and Young Adults DC Update 3-10-23
National Alliance Launches: The National Youth Employment Coalition (NYEC), American Youth Policy Forum (AYPF), Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP), and The Corps Network on Wednesday launched the National Alliance of Youth and Young Adult Advocates, or NAYYAA. The National Alliance will identify more authentic and positive narratives about young people, fill research and data gaps…
Read MoreJaylene Hernandez: Pursuing Her Dream and Finding Her Passion
Quick Take. With few opportunities in her hometown, Jaylene Hernandez moved to Tucson, AZ with her entire family where she attended Pima Community College and worked part-time. She hoped to transfer to a four-year institution but soon realized that the cost was prohibitive. Not sure of her next steps, Jaylene visited the Youth Employment Center,…
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