Strategies for Promoting Successful Transitions to Adulthood, Higher Education, and the Workforce

Economic growth and prosperity in the Great Lakes region depends on ensuring that young people remain in the region and attain the education and skills relevant for future jobs. Much of the power to effect change rests with state and local governments, with important roles for employers and philanth...

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Published in:Policy File 2017
Main Author: Spaulding, Shayne
Format: Report
Language:English
Subjects:
Children & youth/Families & family life
Education
Labor force/Employment
Social conditions & trends
Urban Institute
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Summary:Economic growth and prosperity in the Great Lakes region depends on ensuring that young people remain in the region and attain the education and skills relevant for future jobs. Much of the power to effect change rests with state and local governments, with important roles for employers and philanthropy to play in supporting the workforce. This brief explores why the transition to adulthood matters and how it predicts future economic success, and examines the challenges that young people face. The brief offers effective and promising strategies that leverage funding and partnerships to support improved outcomes for Great Lakes youth.