September 2025
Katie Booth from the global software company talks about the benefits of working with us on new projects that combine our experience in both the global and local education and youth skills sectors.
By Justin van Fleet, CEO of the Global Business Coalition for Education
Spotlight on the work of the PAST Foundation, an Ohio-based organization chosen for the 2025 Youth Skills and Employment Accelerator. It equips young people with hands-on experiences and industry-recognized credentials for careers in STEM fields.
Spotlight on the work of L!FE Leaders, a Detroit-based organization chosen for the 2025 Youth Skills and Employment Accelerator. L!FE Leaders supports youth with the skills they need to find stable careers.
Spotlight on the work of exalt Youth, a New York City-based organization chosen for the 2025 Youth Skills and Employment Accelerator. It offers education and employment skills that help youth stay away from the criminal justice system.
Spotlight on the work of AZ Cyber Initiative, an Arizona-based organization chosen for the 2025 Youth Skills and Employment Accelerator. It works to provide high school students with practical knowledge, technical expertise, and professional skills.
Spotlight on the work of Junior Achievement of South Florida, an organization chosen for the 2025 Youth Skills and Employment Accelerator. JA partners with local governments, schools, and businesses to impact more than 80,000 students each year.
Spotlight on the work of Youth Development Initiatives, a Charlotte-based organization chosen for the 2025 Youth Skills and Employment Accelerator. YDI works with high school students from disadvantaged and underserved backgrounds.
Case Studies
Spotlight on the work of First Graduate, a San Francisco-based organization chosen for the 2025 Youth Skills and Employment Accelerator. First Graduate gives college and career coaching to young people as part of a 12-year commitment from middle school.
Spotlight on the work of WRTP | BIG STEP, a Milwaukee-based organization chosen for the 2025 Youth Skills and Employment Accelerator. It provides a pathway for young people to enter careers in construction, manufacturing, and emerging sectors.
Spotlight on the work of INCO, a global organization chosen for the 2025 Youth Skills and Employment Accelerator. INCO gives people from low-income and traditionally excluded groups the skills they need for digital and green jobs.
Dan Rhoton from the social enterprise talks about the advantages of becoming part of the Global Business Coalition for Education’s initiative to close the skills gap for young people.
