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Offers multiple educational opportunities to individuals who have barriers to employment. Classes include job readiness, basic and advanced computer skills training, distance education, and specific skills programming focusing on warehouse, transportation, logistics, manufacturing, and other trades. Specialty programs for youth are also available via the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA).

Helps youth ages 16-25 gain employable skills and work history by partnering with with businesses willing to help mentor, teach work ethics, workplace conduct, and develop hirable job skills.  Program provides 100 hours of on-the-job experience, case management, and a variety of incentives.  Participants also attend weekly classes and workshops which teach skills including resume writing, interview skills, financial management and customer service.

Connects youth in person or remotely with an education and employment coordinator to build a plan that focuses on their individual goals. For employment goals this can include:​ Resume building and cover letter writing; Individual job search and strategies; Interview preparation and resources; Paid training opportunities; Conviction history support. For education goals this can include: Education consult and planning; Connections to Whatcom or Skagit County school districts; Referrals to GED/HS Diploma or secondary programs. Youth Jobs (Whatcom only) Matches youth with an employer in the community where they apply and interview for short-term (1-3 months) paid job training opportunities. During the training period, the NWYS employment coordinator remains in communication with the site supervisor as needed and continues to work with youth to use their current skills, experience, and references to secure long-term employment in the community.

The Youth Employment Services (YES) program provides pre-employment transition services to students with disabilities. YES is designed to improve employment outcomes by providing work readiness training, career related learning experiences, and paid internships.

Prepares low-income youth and young adults for success in school and at work. Assesses participants to determine academic, skill level, and support service needs. Depending on need, youth may be eligible for: - Occupational skills training - Career counseling - Internships - Job placements - Mentoring - Tutoring - Financial literacy - Entrepreneurial skills training - Local labor market and employment information services - Postsecondary education and training transition support - Workforce preparation and training activities designed for specific career clusters - Instruction in obtaining a GED or equivalent

Prepares high school juniors for a career in the aerospace/advanced manufacturing industry. Offers ongoing support and Saturday workshops throughout the students’ senior year to ensure they are on track for high school graduation and ready for college programs in aerospace. Includes up to four quarters of aerospace/advanced manufacturing classes at Renton Technical College, as well as ongoing college and career navigation and support services. Students completing this two-year program will receive an aerospace/advanced manufacturing credential from Renton Technical College and job placement assistance.

Supports young people (ages 16 to 24) from qualifying-income households and communities that experience racial, social and economic disparities. The goal is to increase youth and young adults' ability to pursue careers that pay well and are meaningful to them. There are two components - a school-year program and learning experience, and a summer internship: -- A school-year program (three quarters: fall, winter, spring) where participants identify professional interests, gain marketable skills, are exposed to various career fields and build their social network; -- A summer internship places young people in work settings to apply their knowledge, gain hands-on experience, develop professional connections and build their resume.

Youth Engagement Programming that is committed to empowering young people with disabilities, particularly those from immigrant, refugee, and BIPOC communities-through inclusive, culturally responsive programming. The HOPE and Kickstart Program builds on this foundation by offering a year-round, comprehensive support system for youth and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (DD/ID). The HOPE and Kickstart Programming is designed to foster self-determination, independence, and future planning through a blend of mentorship, peer engagement, and experiential learning. Participants gain essential life and employment skills while connecting with peers who share similar lived experiences. Each section topic includes hands-on activities, guest speakers, role-play games, individual assignments, interactive group activities and field trips.

Reconnect to Opportunity is a re-engagement program that supports young people in King County ages 16-24 years old reconnect to education and employment systems. Outreach Specialists work with youth who have experienced educational and professional barriers throughout their journey. They work within the community connecting young people to programs that support youth and young adult-centered needs and growth. Our participant referrals come from various sources: self-referred, parents/guardians, community organizations, and school staff. Our goal is to ensure youth are connected to opportunity no matter their background. Our core beliefs are that everyone deserves a second chance, positive relationships are essential, and there is more than one path to success. Some of the areas that we provide support with are: looking at different re-engagement programs that are most beneficial to the young person’s lifestyle and learning style, helping youth enroll in a program that best fits their needs, connecting youth to resources that may support other needs (college navigator, case manager, mental health services, etc.), providing initial guidance to employment services and internships, providing a warm handoff when looking into different programs, providing post-secondary resources after high school completion.

Youth Programs provide a wide variety of services to low-income in-school (ages 14-21) and out-of-school (ages 16-24) youth to help them succeed in school and work. Program participants may receive a range of services from the following areas: occupational skills training; career counseling; internships; job placements; mentoring; tutoring; leadership development; financial literacy; entrepreneurial skills training; local labor market and employment information services; postsecondary education and training transition support; workforce preparation and training activities designed for specific career clusters; and additional supportive services.

Trains ELL (English Language Learners) high school students and their families in the educational, social and professional skills necessary to obtain self-sufficiency.   For the first third of the year, students learn job skills and money management techniques which they then apply to a group project in the second part of the year.   After practicing their new job skills, students are placed in summer-long internships at local businesses.   Throughout the year, students and families receive culturally-specific academic case management to ensure progress towards high school graduation and parent engagement at school.

Offers career and education assistance for young adults age 16-24, including assistance with accessing jobs, training and vocational education. Also includes job coaching, college planning, and assistance with accessing internships, tutoring, and mentorship programs. Also includes partnership with Starbucks and Food & Beverage Customer Service training focused on the hospitality, cafe̒ and retail sectors.

Helps open doors and increases the numbers of employment choices. Helps youth ages 16-24 find jobs and start careers. Employment representatives work one-on-one with customers to meet their goals. Services include: education services, such as GED and high school re-entry, skills training, employment workshops, career counseling, paid work experience or on the job training, mentoring, leadership development, and job referrals.

A prevention program serving underprivileged youth ages 13-25 in Spokane, WA. Provides the community with exceptional service by training chemically dependent and at-risk youth to be positive, functional and empowered citizens through music, sports, nutrition and education, providing them with a voice that may have been once unheard. Program provides groups and individual sessions that include coaching in the production of music (beat making) and lyric writing.

Offers career and education assistance for young adults age 16-24, including assistance with accessing jobs, training and vocational education. Also includes job coaching, college planning, and assistance with accessing internships, tutoring, and mentorship programs. Also includes partnership with Starbucks and Food & Beverage Customer Service training focused on the hospitality, cafe̒ and retail sectors.

Promote all aspects of youth development including academic engagement, leadership and social skills, community involvement, and pathways to post-secondary education and employment. Helps youth and their families build healthy futures by addressing their entire environment and breaking down barriers that hinder success. Motivating Youth to Succeed in Academics (MYSA) Offers free after-school academic support and individualized plans to decrease or remove barriers to learning for youth, ages 12-21, who are at moderate to high risk of academic failure. MYSA services include individual tutoring and homework assistance, adult mentorship, peer discussion groups and subject specific workshops. Since many students lack access to a computer and internet at home, SFYC provides a computer lab allowing students to complete assignments and do research. The MYSA program helps youth develop a healthy attachment to education and empowers them to take control of their academic future. Youth Leadership program Encourages middle and high school youth to develop leadership and social skills while engaging in community building projects and events throughout the year. This program provides alternatives to risky behavior while fostering a sense of responsibility to the community. Curriculum includes workshops relating to social justice awareness, identity building, volunteerism, and environmental awareness. Case Management Provides prevention and intervention tools for youth who are most at-risk of or are currently involved with gangs and the juvenile justice system. Case Managers provide counseling and act as advocates for their caseload youth and families. Case Management intervention and prevention services include street response and crisis intervention, pre-release visits to detained or incarcerated youth, and risk assessment with ongoing case management. This represents a concerted effort to stop the school to prison pipeline within our communities. Parental Support Provides bilingual services to parents to ensure that youth have wraparound support for their challenges. Parents benefit from workshops, translation services, and other essential services to facilitate family stability. Summer Youth Employment provides high school youth with the opportunity to make money, gain work experience and employment references, cultivate a mature work ethic, and stay connected to social and academic progress while school is out of session. College & Career Preparation Focuses on lessons and activities related to pro-social development, aptitude testing, the current job market, knowledge of education or training needed to move into a particular field of interest, college applications and financial aid, work ethics and professionalism, resume building and interview skills, and exploring paths to post-secondary education and career readiness.

Coordinates summer employment opportunities for teens (aged 15-19) who are passionate about community service and demonstrate leadership qualities. Teens are placed on payroll at Seattle Minimum Wage as paid interns working with Puget Sound area non-profit agencies.

The Y.E.S. Program gives teens the opportunity to gain professional skills through skateboarding and make a positive impact in their community, all while earning service hours. Applications open in late winter and close early spring. The Y.E.S. program runs throughout the Summer. Candidates accepted into the program will gain valuable job skills they need to be successful community builders and future employees of Skate Like a Girl or similar organizations. The YES Program commitment includes attending workshops/trainings and supporting programs/events for a total of 50 hours of community service. Although some YES trainings/workshops are virtual, YES cohort members should anticipate volunteering about 40 hours in person.

Helps youth ages 16-25 gain employable skills and work history by partnering with with businesses willing to help mentor, teach work ethics, workplace conduct, and develop hirable job skills.  Program provides 100 hours of on-the-job experience, case management, and a variety of incentives.  Participants also attend weekly classes and workshops which teach skills including resume writing, interview skills, financial management and customer service.

Juma’s YouthConnect program offers complete financial literacy workshops, college and career readiness workshops and soft skills development while also participating in internships. Youth participating in this program are hired by Juma to work concessions in the stadiums at minimum wage.

Provides intake services for a tuition-free residential training and education program located in Sedro Woolley that connects low-income youth ages 16-24 with the skills and educational opportunities needed to establish a career.

Offers family skills training, vocational training, and parenting education through agricultural and equine interactions. Online parenting classes also provided.

Youth Programs provide a wide variety of services to low-income in-school (ages 14-21) and out-of-school (ages 16-24) youth to help them succeed in school and work. Program participants may receive a range of services from the following areas: occupational skills training; career counseling; internships; job placements; mentoring; tutoring; leadership development; financial literacy; entrepreneurial skills training; local labor market and employment information services; postsecondary education and training transition support; workforce preparation and training activities designed for specific career clusters; and additional supportive services.

Offers career and education assistance for young adults age 16-24, including assistance with accessing jobs, training and vocational education. Also includes job coaching, college planning, and assistance with accessing internships, tutoring, and mentorship programs. Also includes partnership with Starbucks and Food & Beverage Customer Service training focused on the hospitality, cafe̒ and retail sectors.

Offers a variety of hands-on STEAM focused classes and camps for grades K-12. Internship programs include Apprenticeships in Science and Engineering (ASE) for high school students.