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Posted I Dec 02 2020

This December 3 webinar will highlight findings from an OJJDP-funded study of best practices for youth involved with both the child welfare and juvenile justice systems.

Posted I Nov 30 2020

The Fiscal Year 2021 Farm to School Grant Request for Applications is now open. Apply by January 8, 2021.

Posted I Nov 12 2020

This four-week series from America's Promise Alliance and The 74 shares open letters from high school students to decision-makers in their states and communities that call for specific actions to address issues that arose from a recent town hall as top-of-mind for young people. One call to action was abundantly clear: young people want decision-makers to take their ideas and experiences into consideration. Not only because it’s the right thing to do—it’s also the smart thing to do.

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Opportunity youth are young people who are between the ages of 16 to 24 years old and are disconnected from school and work.

Adolescence is an important time for promoting health and preventing disease.

Afterschool programs serve children and youth of all ages.

More than 2.1 million American Indians and Alaska Natives are under the age of 24.

Youth affected by bullying
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stopbullying.gov provides information from various government agencies on what...

It is important that communities create a coordinated system of supports for children of...

Teen dating violence can be prevented through reducing risk factors, fostering protective...

Disabilities can be an important part of a young person’s identity and can contribute to their...

Teen motor vehicle crashes can be prevented, and statistics indicate that annual teen fatal...

Nearly all young people hold at least one job between ages 18 and 25. There are many advantages...

Click here for the Expectant and Parenting Young Families Youth Topic
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The needs and wellbeing of expectant and parenting young people are an ongoing priority.

Family engagement is essential in promoting healthy development and achievement of youth.

Financial capability and literacy is “the capacity, based on knowledge, skills, and access, to...