A new report delves into the evolution and efficacy of the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s Center for Working Families framework. The approach, introduced by Casey in 2004, aimed to help low-income families to achieve greater financial security by intentionally integrating three core services areas: 1) workforce development and employment services; 2) income and work supports; and 3) financial literacy education and coaching.
Debra Jenkins-Kearney and Claire Graves talk about the work of Mississippi Youth Voice and about the impact and importance of youth-adult partnerships in their work.
Two reports funded by the Annie E. Casey Foundation explore the benefits and challenges that young parents experience when they are working while in school or training. The publications, released by the Urban Institute, highlight the need for policies and programs that help young parents manage their busy schedules and afford their educations.
As part of Generation Work™, the Annie E. Casey Foundation is investing in five partnerships — in Cleveland, Hartford, Indianapolis, Philadelphia and Seattle — to explore new ways of helping young people gain the knowledge and experience needed to secure jobs that pay family-sustaining wages. This post focuses on Hartford, Connecticut.
In a new video series, Casey’s Allison Gerber discusses how Generation Work partnerships are using “now jobs” to support young people as they develop the skills and credentials needed to land higher-paying positions.
The Corporation for a Skilled Workforce is inviting organizations that provide direct workforce development and job placement services to take its national Workforce Benchmarking Network survey.
The Casey Foundation shares blog posts, publications and tools related to its work to transform workforce systems and prepare low-income individuals, particularly young people and people of color, for family-supporting jobs. Sign up for the Employment and Training News,
On Sept. 19, the Casey Foundation hosted a webinar sharing data and lessons from the first phase of Learn and Earn to Achieve Potential (LEAP). Click here to view the webinar.
A new study from nonprofit research firm MDRC evaluates the early implementation of models by LEAP partnerships to help youth succeed in school and work.
This post highlights resources, funded by the Annie E. Casey Foundation, that support the expansion of apprenticeship programs so that more Americans can gain the experiences and connections needed to thrive in today’s changing economy.
