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Competitive Grant Program

A government program where eligible organizations apply for funding, and only the most qualified or highest-scoring applications receive money.

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)

A federal law that helps people find jobs, improve their skills, and connect with employers. This bill would add a new section to it.

Community-based organization

A local non-profit group that serves a community, often with expertise in job training and education.

Eligible Youth

Young people, both in and out of school, who qualify for mentoring and job-preparation programs due to facing various challenges like academic struggles, risk of dropping out, or difficult life circumstances.

Social-Emotional Skills

Abilities that help individuals understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions.

Work-based Learning

Hands-on learning experiences in a real work environment, like internships, apprenticeships, or summer jobs, that help young people gain practical skills and explore careers.

Secondary School