Streets University is for young people that already exhibit a level of hustle, motivation and people or tech skills unlike their peers. What our instruction, activities, assignments and projects do is give those willing to learn; the freedom to work when they please; and not just earn minimum wage, but an income directly related to the amount of work they are willing to put in.
StopGap, Inc. provides a Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) available to all kids in the foster care system in Douglas County. Throughout the eight-week program the curriculum covers practical life-skills and addresses challenges unique to children in the foster care system.
SLATE Missouri Job Center understands the importance of preparing our region’s future workforce. That’s why we offer several dynamic programs and initiatives to the St. Louis City youth ages 16 to 24 in an effort to provide access to services and activities that connect young adults to jobs and education opportunities. All participants in our youth programs are selected based…
Transitional Living program guides youth 17 1/2 to 21 toward independence. Youth attend school or seek employment as they work toward independence and self-sufficiency. Our Life Skills Coaches teach and mentor youth in maintaining a budget, preparing meals and other general skills they need to live on their own. Life skills coaches are available to youth 24 hours a day….
The Center has launched the Successful Transitions© initiative in an effort to help youth as they transition into adulthood. This unique service is not provided anywhere else in the region and primarily works with youth – starting at 15 years old – who are struggling with behavioral health challenges, learning differences, developmental disabilities, and/or a history of trauma.
The RightWay Foundation helps Transition-Age Foster Youth attain and keep good jobs despite the overwhelming trauma they have endured throughout their lives. The RightWay Foundation partners with emancipating foster youth and re-entry youth to build healthy, stable lives. Our programs address past trauma, support successful employment, and promote healing and self-sufficiency in adulthood.
Oak Tree Resources offers opportunities and encouragement to young people ages 14-24 who need support with Education, Job Skills, Employment and Avoiding Homelessness. We exist to help young people begin to heal while moving towards independence. We offer housing support in Durango, Colorado. Whether in a Transitional Living Program, Host Home or motel, young people can access transitional, substance-free housing…
The Chef Jeff Project Relaunch empowers the future leaders of tomorrow. We believe food changes lives and the spirit of hospitality can be used to speak a language of healing and restoration for generations to come. They create opportunities for disenfranchised youth, formerly incarcerated individuals, and those seeking a second chance by partnering with individuals, organizations, corporations, and the hospitality…
A successful transition to adulthood includes maintaining stable and safe housing, remaining free from criminal justice involvement, participating in an educational or vocational program, and developing the life skills necessary to become a responsible citizen. The LifeSet program not only works with young people who are aging out of foster care and other youth in crisis situations, but also partners…
One-on-one meetings provide individualized education and guidance and may cover topics like resume building, job application, and goal setting. Field trips may include community college and university campus tours, work development agency visits and career fairs. In addition to the concrete services FYL offers, the program also focuses on building soft skills like effective communication, personal responsibility and teamwork skills….