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Compass Rose Outcome Indicators Overview

FHI 360’s National Institute for Work and Learning (NIWL) provides support to education providers, workforce trainers, and their local partners to improve education and employment outcomes for youth aged 18-24 involved with the criminal legal system. Using a statistical lens, this document details the impact of NIWL’s five U.S. Department of Labor-funded Compass Rose Collaborative […]

About NIWLJustice/ReentryResearch & Evaluation Article | Case Study | Overview | StoryFact Sheet Community-based Organization (NGOs)EmployersFundersGeneral PublicJustice ProfessionalsPolicy LeadersWorkforce BoardsYoung AdultYouthYouth Navigators (Counselors, Parents, Service Providers, Volunteers) English

Next Engineers Overview

Next Engineers inspires young people to pursue engineering through hands-on activities, skills development, and career coaching. Funded by the GE Aerospace Foundation, the $45 million, 10-year program equips young people with the tools and the opportunity to advance along the pathway towards a career in engineering. FHI 360’s team of education and workforce development experts […]

About NIWLCollege & Career Readiness Fact Sheet EducatorsGeneral PublicYouthYouth Navigators (Counselors, Parents, Service Providers, Volunteers) English

STEM Capabilities Overview

This fact sheet is an overview of NIWL’s Capabilities in STEM Learning. To foster the future workforce in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, we develop curricula, engage employers and train employees, and build strong programs through research & evaluation. Read the full fact sheet to learn more.

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FHI 360 Volunteer Training Catalog

FHI 360’s National Institute for Work and Learning (NIWL) provides a variety of resources and learning opportunities, including facilitated trainings and workshops, self-paced e-Modules, and toolkits, to help first-time volunteers—as well as those who would like a refresher—prepare for, engage with, and inspire youths. Read this catalog to learn more.

About NIWLWorkforce Development Activity | CurriculaFact SheetPublication Community-based Organization (NGOs)EmployersGeneral PublicWorkforce Boards English

Second chances: Career coaching leads to fresh starts in Kentucky

For Second Chance month, we spoke to Olivia Murphy, who serves as senior career coach (and now youth program manager) for The Spot: Young Adult Opportunity Center in Louisville, KY. The story highlights how KentuckianaWorks navigates the challenges of life after incarceration, and how their impact encourages people to embrace second chances. Read the full […]

About NIWLJustice/ReentryWorkforce Development Article | Case Study | Overview | Story EducatorsEmployersGeneral PublicJustice ProfessionalsPractitionersYoung AdultYouthYouth Navigators (Counselors, Parents, Service Providers, Volunteers) English

Breaking Cycles of Adversity: Effective Prevention Strategies in Schools

Breaking Cycles of Adversity explores how school-based prevention strategies foster educational success, strengthen social connections, and reduce interactions with the justice system. Culturally relevant approaches that promote positive decision-making can support healthy relationships, strengthen identity, and improve mental and physical health, which are critical protective factors against justice system involvement. Read the full report to […]

About NIWLJustice/ReentryResearch & Evaluation Article | Case Study | Overview | StoryPublication Community-based Organization (NGOs)General PublicJustice ProfessionalsPolicy Leaders English

Breaking the Cycle: How Two YDPA Apprentices Are Healing Their Communities

“To me, that’s the biggest message with this apprenticeship — this is the perfect way to learn how to change lives.” As we celebrate National Apprenticeship Week 2024, we highlight two Lake County Youth Development Practitioner Apprentices who use their work to break the cycles of trauma and heal their communities: Luis Garcia Jr. and […]

About NIWLApprenticeshipCollege & Career ReadinessWorkforce Development Article | Case Study | Overview | StoryPublication Community-based Organization (NGOs)EmployersGeneral PublicPractitionersWorkforce BoardsYoung AdultYouthYouth Navigators (Counselors, Parents, Service Providers, Volunteers) English

National Institute for Work and Learning Apprenticeships

FHI 360’s NIWL Apprenticeships bring together experts in workforce development to expand existing nationally registered apprenticeship programs (RAPs), such as the Youth Development Practitioner Apprenticeship (YDPA) and develop new opportunities within the care economy such as youth services, peer support, substance-use counseling, and mental health counseling. Upon completion, apprentices receive a nationally recognized credential from […]

About NIWLApprenticeshipCollege & Career ReadinessWorkforce Development Fact Sheet Community-based Organization (NGOs)EducatorsEmployersGeneral PublicWorkforce BoardsYoung AdultYouthYouth Navigators (Counselors, Parents, Service Providers, Volunteers) English

Peer Support Specialist Apprenticeship

As part of our Apprenticeship Programs, FHI 360’s Peer Support Specialist Apprenticeship partners with the Public Works Alliance (PWA) to train apprentices who have experienced recovery from personal and societal challenges. These include substance use disorder, PTSD, the re-entry process, and many other challenges. This shared experience enables apprentices to support others who are going […]

About NIWLApprenticeshipCollege & Career ReadinessWorkforce Development Fact Sheet Community-based Organization (NGOs)EducatorsEmployersGeneral PublicWorkforce BoardsYoung AdultYouthYouth Navigators (Counselors, Parents, Service Providers, Volunteers) English

Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Counselor Apprenticeship

As part of our Apprenticeship Programs, FHI 360 is partnering with New Ways to Work to develop a Substance Use Disorder and Mental Health Counselor Apprenticeship. This apprenticeship equips direct services employers with the resources they need to recruit workers with life experiences relevant to the communities they serve. Through a combination of paid on-the-job […]

About NIWLApprenticeshipCollege & Career ReadinessWorkforce Development Fact Sheet Community-based Organization (NGOs)EducatorsEmployersGeneral PublicWorkforce BoardsYoung AdultYouthYouth Navigators (Counselors, Parents, Service Providers, Volunteers) English