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  NYEC, in partnership with Veolia North America, recently hosted an Employer Reception and Roundtable that brought together leaders from aviation, energy, healthcare, retail, construction, and other high-demand industries. The event marked a major step in advancing NYEC’s emerging Youth Champion Employer Council, a national movement focused on Bridging untapped talent to workforce demand. Across…

News at NYEC:  NYEC Youth Days 2025 Recap! From November 5-7 NYEC welcomed 130 workforce practitioners, community and organization leaders, and young people to Washington, D.C. to bring a voice for opportunity youth to Congress. 27 teams of attendees met with 83 Congressional offices, advocating for federal funding for our programs and necessary policy changes. Thank you to all who participated this year, we’re excited to…

News at NYEC:  See You Soon at NYEC’s Youth Days in Washington, D.C., from November 5-7, 2025! NYEC is excited to welcome nearly 130 practitioners, community and organization leaders, and young people to bring a voice for opportunity youth to Congress. Attendees will meet with more than 65 legislative offices about the importance of federal funding for our programs and necessary policy…

When community leaders from seven Youth Champion Communities (YCC) gathered for NYEC’s September meet-up, one thing was clear: cities are putting the pieces together—youth, employers, schools, and community partners—to form ecosystems that move young people from potential to prosperity.  “This hour isn’t just about updates,” said Marie Davis, NYEC’s Strategic Advisor and meeting co-facilitator. “It’s about…

News at NYEC:  Registration Closes Oct. 20th for NYEC’s Annual Youth Days Event in Washington, D.C., from November 5-7, 2025! NYEC is inviting practitioners, community and organization leaders, and young people to join us to bring a voice for opportunity youth to Congress. Whether you are new to policy and advocacy or a skilled advocate, we…