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Department of Education Accepting Applications for Its Transitioning Gang-Involved Youth to Higher Education Program

JUVJUST - Transitioning Gang-Involved Youth to Higher Education Program

The Department of Education is seeking applications for its fiscal year (FY) 2023 Transitioning Gang-Involved Youth to Higher Education Program. This initiative provides funding for organizations to help gang-involved youth pursue higher education opportunities that will lead to certification or academic or occupational credentials.

Programs can include apprenticeships or other workforce preparation programs that promote job readiness. The initiative will also provide essential wraparound services...

Pathways to Higher Education Building Opportunities for Youth Impacted by the Juvenile Justice System

May 2023
Held on May 11, 2023, "Pathways to Higher Education Building Opportunities for Youth Impacted by the Juvenile Justice System," two presenters from the Youth Law Center discussed justice-involved youth as students, misconceptions about higher education access and financial aid, and higher education programming for justice-involved youth, particularly those in juvenile facilities.