Youth Today
All posts tagged "skill-building"
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90From the FieldThe Odyssey’s epic tale of productive struggle
Beneath the mythical creatures and heroic feats is a timeless lesson in how we as humans learn and grow through productive struggle.
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641OpinionThe skills are there. The opportunity is not. What the future of work is missing
World Youth Skills Day on July 15 draws attention to how young people are developing essential skills but still finding pathways to...
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459GrantsAcademic achievement and life skills improvement program grants
GRANT FOCUS: Academic Achievement, Life Skills/Skill-Building, STEM , Literacy, Mentoring | Amount: $10,000 or $20,000 or $30,000 | Deadline: July 24, 2026
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965From the FieldIn and beyond the school day: Expanding access to the behavioral supports that shape young people’s futures
Behavioral supports and services are crucial for some youth to thrive. Unfortunately, lack of access or continuity of care leaves many overlooked.
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1.3KFrom the FieldWe’re teaching skills but not purpose: The missing metric in youth development
Youth development programs emphasize measurable skills but should be more intentional about developing purpose.
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433GrantsYouth innovator and leader exchange program implementation grant
GRANT FOCUS: Youth Leader/Leadership/Innovator, Job/Career Training, Workforce Dev., Youth Exchange | Amount: $1,100,000 | Deadline: July 6, 2026
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1.7KFrom the FieldWhy America must invest in apprenticeships — now
Strengthening and expanding apprenticeships may provide a crucial solution in the middle of the worst labor market for young adults since the...
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2.0KFrom the FieldDance builds the skills young people need. I credit dance with my pursuit of medicine.
If we want young people to relish the joy of learning and grow into capable, compassionate adults, youth dance deserves its place...
