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Youth Mentoring Programs: Skill Development and Career Opportunities.

This act establishes a grant program to support and expand youth mentoring initiatives. It aims to help young people, especially those from underserved communities, develop essential life and work skills. The goal is to prepare them for success in high school, higher education, and the workforce.
Key points
Establishes and expands youth mentoring programs, including for youth with disabilities and from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Supports the development of social-emotional and employability skills, such as communication, problem-solving, and career planning.
Provides opportunities for work experience, including paid internships and apprenticeships, and preparation for postsecondary education.
Prioritizes programs serving high-poverty, rural, or high-risk communities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_811
Sponsor: Rep. Schakowsky, Janice D. [D-IL-9]
Process start date: 2025-01-28