WIOA Title 1 Youth Program (PY25)

About This Grant

Helps young adults build the skills necessary to explore and develop careers, pursue education and occupational skills training, and gain work experiences and employment. The programs support educational attainment through: (1) Educational opportunities that lead to a high school diploma or equivalency, (2) Basic and English-language learner skills development, (3) Post-secondary transition, technical training, or apprenticeship guidance. Prepare youth for employment success by: (1) Providing work readiness and life skills training (2) Connecting youth with paid and unpaid work experiences, including jobs, internships, job shadowing, pre-apprenticeship and on-the-job training (3) Supporting occupational skills trainings leading to industry-recognized credentials (4) Facilitating career exploration and development Build leaders by: (1) Cultivating entrepreneurial skills (2) Connecting participants with mentors (3) Offering peer learning opportunities (4) Facilitating financial education (5) Supporting civic engagement WIOA Youth Programs also link youth to support services, such as drug, alcohol and mental health treatment. The programs facilitate connections with community organizations, and address barriers like inaccessible transportation or childcare.