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The Business Case for Investment in the Early Years

October 2023

The Business Case for Investment in the Early Years

Our report, based on research across the U.S. and around the world, makes an urgent case: The business community needs to broaden its focus to the youngest children to help transform not only their education, but their health, employability, and all-around contribution to their communities and the wider world.

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The right environment for young people to thrive

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The right environment for young people to thrive

Spotlight on the work of LA Conservation Corps, a California-based organization chosen for the 2025 Youth Skills and Employment Accelerator. The Corps gives young people aged 18 to 26 the experience of working on environmental projects.

Community works together to open doors for young people

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Community works together to open doors for young people

Bay Area organization New Door Ventures helps young people at risk of dropping out of high school or who have recently left without moving into further education to enter the workforce.

Careers without college are helping to bridge the skills gap

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Careers without college are helping to bridge the skills gap

BridgeYear is committed to showing youth that a skilled trade job can be the answer to a successful career, providing opportunities for young people to gain a high paid career without college debt.

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