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Youth Guidance | School-based counseling and mentoring programs
Kansas City faced high youth violence and a mental health crisis. To address this, Youth Guidance, a Chicago non-profit, launched BAM (boys) and WOW (girls) programs in Kansas City schools. These programs provide school-based counselors who deliver group counseling sessions and individual support, focusing on building social-emotional skills and positive…
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Quadra-Regional Workforce Alliance | City of Springfield
The City of Springfield, Missouri aims to address workforce needs in healthcare, transportation, and education through the Quadra-Regional Workforce Alliance. Funded by the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA), this program offers training opportunities to build a skilled workforce. Partnering with established organizations like Truck Dynasty Driving Academy, Missouri State University,…
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The Kansas City Tech Council | Talent is the Currency of Tech
Kansas City has a booming tech industry, but young talent often left for jobs elsewhere. To keep them local, the KC Tech Council built a talent pipeline with schools and businesses. Schools offer programs that expose students to tech careers and the most needed skills, while businesses help design the…
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STL 2030 Jobs Plan
The STL 2030 Jobs Plan strives for inclusive economic growth in St. Louis over the next decade. Greater St. Louis, Inc. designed this plan to ensure everyone benefits from the region’s economic prosperity. The plan utilizes five key strategies: fostering collaboration across various sectors, revitalizing Black neighborhoods, supporting small businesses,…