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BCNC is excited to be partnering with West End House, Sociedad Latina Inc, and Boston University Wheelock College of Education & Human Development to explore a new apprenticeship training model for our youth program alumni to gain valuable workforce experience and exposure to a professional career in youth development, education, and non-profits. Special thanks to Liberty Mutual Foundation & Liberty Mutual Insurance for supporting our collaborative project as part of their inaugural Impact Driven Collaboration (IDC) grant program. We look forward to strengthening the non-profit sector and supporting young adults as they seek meaningful work and careers! Ben Hires, Alexandra Oliver-Dávila, Andrea Howard, Chong Park, V. Scott H. Solberg

How many high school students do you think get the chance to truly understand the career paths and experiences of professionals in careers they might want to go into? This week, Youth Leadership Jeffco had the pleasure of not only visiting and touring Lockheed Martin Space, but also to do group "informational interviews" with staff members! It seems that in today's world, students are often asked to make career choices by deciding on an educational path very early, often before they have a chance to truly understand these career paths! This is one of the many ways in which the Youth Leadership Jeffco program is helping to develop and retain our workforce in Jefferson County through connection and experiences. We offer these Youth Leaders the chance to connect with incredible local organizations, many of whom are offering internships and apprenticeship programs that students may have never found out about! And of course, an opportunity like this - to speak with professionals directly - was simply incredible. We wish you could have heard all the conversations happening - inspiration in the making! A huge thanks to Lockheed Martin Space! In case you didn't know, Youth Leadership Jeffco relies upon the support of our community to provide these opportunities. Would YOU be open to sharing your time by getting involved directly, or sharing your 'treasures' this Colorado Gives Day by donating to Leadership Jeffco which also goes to the Youth Program (early giving is open and we have a generous donor who has set up a match for the first $1,000 of donations! Link in comments) #communityimpact #workforcedevelopment #careerplanning #leadershipdevelopment

🌍 Imagine arriving in a new country, filled with hope but feeling completely alone. This was Maria’s reality. She fled hardship in Venezuela to rebuild her life in Northern Colorado, only to find herself facing new barriers—language difficulties, financial limitations, and isolation. This is the experience of so many new arrivals, aspiring to contribute to and thrive in their new communities. Like others, Maria struggled to connect and felt her dreams slipping away into mere survival. Then she joined Arboretum Coffee’s apprenticeship program—a lifeline made possible by our incredible supporters. In a warm, welcoming environment, Maria found more than just job skills; she gained mentors who helped her find housing, offered guidance on life skills, and, most importantly, provided a community that believed in her potential. Today, Maria isn’t just a barista—she’s a leader and a voice of hope. Arboretum Coffee empowered her to step beyond her role, discover leadership within herself, and inspire those around her. For the first time, her dreams of building a future felt within reach. And Maria isn’t alone. 💚 85% of our apprentices have formed meaningful connections in their new community, and 100% are going on to higher-paying jobs or further education. These stories are a testament to what’s possible when we come together to support and empower newcomers in a meaningful, holistic way. If you’re inspired by Maria’s journey, there are many ways to get involved and help create more stories like hers. Together, we can continue building a community where everyone has the chance to thrive. 🌱 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gsdBbDS9 #ArboretumCoffee #RefugeeEmpowerment #CommunityImpact #LeadershipDevelopment #SocialImpact #EconomicMobility #LinkedInCommunity #Volunteer #Donate

As the Career College Transition Fair comes up April 17 at Seymour High School, we are introducing you to the participants. Jackson County REMC In 1935, two important events led to the founding of Jackson County REMC. The state legislature passed the Indiana REMC Act, and on May 11, the U.S. Congress passed the bill establishing the Rural Electrification Administration, which became part of the Rural Utilities Service in 1994. The first public meeting to organize an REMC in Jackson County was held on Nov. 5, 1936. The first REA loan to Jackson County REMC was approved Sept. 22, 1937, for $100,000. The first pole was set Feb. 12, 1938. Actual connection of electricity to homes began on Tuesday, June 28, 1938. During 1939 and 1940, it was agreed to enlarge the service area to include parts of adjacent counties. Today, Jackson County REMC is a member-owned rural electric cooperative headquartered in Brownstown that serves 10 counties. There are 20,206 members served by 24,200 active meters in place on 2,944 miles of line, an average of 8.4 meters per mile. It's a nonprofit cooperative, meaning no stock is owned, there are no dividends declared and any excess of revenue over expenses (margins) is treated as capital contributed by each member in proportion to the amount of electricity purchased. Source: jacksonremc.com

The TechForce Foundation's recent research on the supply and demand in technical careers found that diesel technician completions from post-secondary training have been falling since their peak in 2017, but rebounded 1% last year. The solution to closing the supply and demand gap is engaging with students early. Rush Enterprises, Inc has made an effort to nurture relationships with high school and post-secondary diesel programs, donate equipment and invest in apprenticeships from local institutions to address the technician shortage. 🛠️ https://ow.ly/1IaK50R72kS

We are the voice of the voiceless!!! Come join us on career day at Ekurhuleni World Outreach Center( EWOC ) as we will be encouraging the Parents, learners, and educators. Charity begins at home! Ekurhuleni World Outreach Center is my home of Fellowship where Excellence is Our Middle Name. 🙏🙏🙏🙏 1. Pastor Mathanjana's topic: How do RED PEN and LOWER GRADE Marks "fail" affect or destroy the confidence of a child and a parent? 2. Tebogo Phetla Mashifana Topic: Shaping young minds for success " Education is the Key that allows you to open doors" 3. Dr Avela Majavu (PhD), Pr.Sci.Nat, Topic Resilience after a RED TAPE from industry - awareness of new graduates, interns, and vacation students entering the workplace.

In honor of the 10th Annual National Apprenticeship Week, Suffolk Northeast partnered with YouthBuild Boston to inspire students and celebrate the importance of apprentices to the construction industry. Fourteen students visited Suffolk's Bunker Hill Housing project in Charlestown, MA for an educational tour, and also had the opportunity to engage with Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, who announced she would be filing a $110 million appropriation to create the City’s Housing Accelerator Fund. The mixed-income units already permitted through the Boston Housing Authority’s public-private partnership with Leggat McCall Properties at Bunker Hill will be the first project to benefit from the fund. Suffolk is proud to maintain a longstanding relationship with YouthBuild Boston, which empowers young people of color with the essential skills necessary to successfully enter the construction and design industry. This year, Suffolk has hosted seven events with YouthBuild Boston as well as donated laptops and secured furniture donations to beautify YouthBuild Boston's Roxbury headquarters.

In honor of the 10th Annual National Apprenticeship Week, Suffolk Northeast partnered with YouthBuild Boston to inspire students and celebrate the importance of apprentices to the construction industry. Fourteen students visited Suffolk's Bunker Hill Housing project in Charlestown, MA for an educational tour, and also had the opportunity to engage with Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, who announced she would be filing a $110 million appropriation to create the City’s Housing Accelerator Fund. The mixed-income units already permitted through the Boston Housing Authority’s public-private partnership with Leggat McCall Properties at Bunker Hill will be the first project to benefit from the fund. Suffolk is proud to maintain a longstanding relationship with YouthBuild Boston, which empowers young people of color with the essential skills necessary to successfully enter the construction and design industry. This year, Suffolk has hosted seven events with YouthBuild Boston as well as donated laptops and secured furniture donations to beautify YouthBuild Boston's Roxbury headquarters.

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In honor of the 10th Annual National Apprenticeship Week, Suffolk Northeast partnered with YouthBuild Boston to inspire students and celebrate the importance of apprentices to the construction industry. Fourteen students visited Suffolk's Bunker Hill Housing project in Charlestown, MA for an educational tour, and also had the opportunity to engage with Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, who announced she would be filing a $110 million appropriation to create the City’s Housing Accelerator Fund. The mixed-income units already permitted through the Boston Housing Authority’s public-private partnership with Leggat McCall Properties at Bunker Hill will be the first project to benefit from the fund. Suffolk is proud to maintain a longstanding relationship with YouthBuild Boston, which empowers young people of color with the essential skills necessary to successfully enter the construction and design industry. This year, Suffolk has hosted seven events with YouthBuild Boston as well as donated laptops and secured furniture donations to beautify YouthBuild Boston's Roxbury headquarters.