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Meet the Top 24 under 24 Youth Changemakers, young people who are changing America for the better through what might seem like an unlikely route for someone so young: deep engagement in policymaking and governance in their communities and states.
According to the Opportunity Index which measures 16 key indicators of a region’s economic, educational and civic health, 26.4% of American adults over 18 years old volunteered in the past year.
Hosted by Northeastern University’s Charlotte campus, the introductory conversation showed the level of commitment and dedication to many elements of Opportunity Nation’s Shared Plan.
Every year, hundreds of thousands of college students descend upon America’s largest cities, thrilled at the opportunity to intern at prestigious firms and renowned nonprofits. These opportunities are so compelling, many of these students are willing to work for no pay. But are these unpaid positions worth the opportunities they provide?
The Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) met Thursday to advance the reauthorization of the Workforce Investment Act (WIA).
North Carolina – and specifically, Mecklenburg County – are among the areas facing unemployment, poverty and low graduation rates that stifle opportunities for young adults, Opportunity Nation representatives said Tuesday at a forum hosted by the Foundation for the Carolinas.
On June 20, Opportunity Nation co-hosted a dynamic event with Rhode Island KIDS COUNT and the Community College of Rhode Island, held at the Rhode Island Foundation in downtown Providence.
Two organizations that care about increasing opportunities for youth came together Thursday at the Rhode Island Foundation to talk about improving college access in Rhode Island.