First Place for Youth
Founded in Oakland in 1998, First Place for Youth is a nonprofit organization dedicated to
Building Tomorrow’s Workforce: The Strategic Value Of Earn And Learn Programs For Foster Youth
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Young adults transitioning from foster care represent an opportunity for business leaders to discover motivated individuals eager to prove themselves in the professional world.
The Evolution Of Work: How Gen Z Is Reshaping Leadership And Workplace Culture
As Generation Z is entering the workforce, it is prompting companies to adapt, evolve, and innovate, creating a new paradigm for the future of work.
Building Tomorrow’s Workforce: The Strategic Value Of Earn And Learn Programs For Foster Youth
Young adults transitioning from foster care represent an opportunity for business leaders to discover motivated individuals eager to prove themselves in the professional world.
Youth Homelessness Crisis: The Urgent Need For Upstream Interventions
The United States' homelessness crisis, particularly among youth, is a complex problem that requires a coordinated and comprehensive response.
Innovative Partnerships: A Game-Changer For Foster Youth In Higher Education
Foster youth deserve more than just access to education—they deserve the stability and support needed to succeed once they get there.
Investing In Potential: How Private Support Empowers Foster Youth And Strengthens Communities
Investing in foster youth to realize their potential is an investment in our collective future.
Mindfulness: A Key To Empowering Foster Youth On Their Journey To Independence
For foster youth on the brink of independence, mastering mindfulness skills can prove to be the difference between struggling and thriving in adulthood.
Innovative Partnerships: A Game-Changer For Foster Youth In Higher Education
Foster youth deserve more than just access to education—they deserve the stability and support needed to succeed once they get there.
Harnessing AI For Equity: A Nonprofit Perspective
The nonprofit sector has a unique opportunity to shape the development of AI in ways that advance equity for social good.
Empowering Foster Youth: A Trauma-Informed Approach To Breaking The Cycle
Investing in programs that support foster youth, doesn't just impact individual lives; it helps to create a stronger, more resilient workforce and society for the future.
Bread And Roses: A Rallying Cry For Social Justice
Humans require more than just sustenance to thrive; they also need enrichment and joy. This principle is especially relevant for foster youth as they age out of care.