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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.

About NIWLCollege & Career Readiness Article | Case Study | Overview | StoryFact Sheet FundersGeneral Public 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

Honoring the Past to Empower the Future: Trauma-Informed and Healing-Centered Approaches to Caring for Youth in the Criminal Justice System

Honoring the Past to Empower the Future reviews the landscape of holistic and inclusive approaches to trauma-informed and healing-centered care for youth as implemented by tribal governments and organizations. Approaches that incorporate medicinal practices and cultural values, focus on the healing power of empathy, draw on the wisdom of elders and spiritual leaders, and embrace […]

About NIWLJustice/ReentryResearch & Evaluation Article | Case Study | Overview | StoryPublication Community-based Organization (NGOs)General PublicJustice ProfessionalsPolicy LeadersYouthYouth Navigators (Counselors, Parents, Service Providers, Volunteers) English

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National Institute for Work and Learning (NIWL) Fact Sheet

This fact sheet profiles the work of FHI 360’s National Institute for Work and Learning (NIWL), which focuses on two key drivers of individual well-being: education and employment.

About NIWL Article | Case Study | Overview | StoryFact Sheet Community-based Organization (NGOs)EducatorsEmployersEvaluatorsFundersGeneral PublicJustice ProfessionalsPolicy LeadersPractitionersWorkforce BoardsYouth English

Bridge to Employment Fact Sheet Overview

Launched by Johnson & Johnson in 1992, Bridge to Employment (BTE) inspires young people (14 to 18 years old) to stay in school, excel academically, and elevate their career aspirations. This fact sheet is an overview of the BTE initiative, NIWL’s role, key data and evaluation results.

About NIWLCollege & Career Readiness Article | Case Study | Overview | StoryFact Sheet Community-based Organization (NGOs)EducatorsFundersGeneral PublicYouth Navigators (Counselors, Parents, Service Providers, Volunteers) English

Compass Rose Collaborative Fact Sheet

The Compass Rose Collaborative (CRC) brings together FHI 360 and a cohort of partners that will serve justice-impacted youth in a holistic way. Through NIWL-designed training materials, a learn-and-earn working environment, and valuable mentorship activities, the CRC ensures that participants are equipped to thrive in their careers while minimizing further justice system involvement. Read this […]

About NIWLJustice/ReentryWorkforce Development Article | Case Study | Overview | StoryFact SheetPublication Community-based Organization (NGOs)EducatorsEmployersFundersGeneral PublicJustice ProfessionalsPractitionersWorkforce BoardsYouthYouth Navigators (Counselors, Parents, Service Providers, Volunteers) English

A Legacy of Partnership

FHI 360’s National Institute for Work and Learning (NIWL) partners with federal, state, local, and Tribal governments, community-based organizations, education and workforce agencies and community members to design, implement and evaluate social programs. Along the way, we and our partners learn alongside one another to develop our collective capacities to advance well-being through data-driven, locally […]

About NIWL Article | Case Study | Overview | StoryFact Sheet Community-based Organization (NGOs)EmployersFundersGeneral PublicPolicy LeadersPractitionersWorkforce BoardsYouth Navigators (Counselors, Parents, Service Providers, Volunteers) English

A Community Approach to Addressing Native Incarceration: Tribal Healing to Wellness Courts

Tribal Healing to Wellness Courts have emerged as a promising community-based, culturally competent solution to disproportionate Native incarceration in the United States, drawing on the community to appropriately address the needs of justice-involved Native Americans. This review examines the disparities in Native incarceration in federal and state systems, as well as how these disparities can […]

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