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Moving Youth in a New Direction



Moving Youth In A New Direction is a short-term employment and training program that provides Deep East Texas youth, ages 16-24, with an opportunity to gain practical experience and be compensated.

Youth can:

  • Develop the skills, attitudes, and commitment necessary to succeed in today’s workplace
  • Earn money and gain meaningful work experience
  • Learn more about various careers
  • Enhance basic academic, occupational, and other skills necessary for youth to obtain and maintain long-term employment
  • Make a smooth transition from school to career and/or higher education

 

Businesses can:

  • Prepare tomorrow’s workforce today
  • Provide productive and meaningful work assignments
  • Provide training and supervision

 

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Summer Youth Success Story