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Youth Empowerment Program
The Youth Empowerment Program helps eligible St. Louis youth ages 19–24 build job readiness skills, gain work experience, and explore career opportunities through supportive services and employment activities funded by the City of St. Louis Department of Human Services.
The Youth Empowerment Program is designed to help young St. Louis residents build a stronger path toward employment and long-term career success. Funded by the City of St. Louis Department of Human Services, the program focuses on connecting eligible youth with meaningful work-based opportunities, supportive services, and career exposure that can help them prepare for the future.
Through this initiative, participants will have the opportunity to strengthen job readiness skills, gain hands-on work experience, and explore career interests in real-world settings. Activities may include assessment, job placement support, worksite orientation, career development, and ongoing guidance throughout the program. Participants may also receive supportive services that help remove barriers to success, such as transportation assistance, work-related attire, and other basic supports tied to participation.
Who Is Eligible?
The program is intended for out-of-school youth ages 19 to 24 who are residents of the City of St. Louis. Special emphasis is placed on serving youth who live in areas impacted by the May 16, 2025 tornado.
How to Get Started
To express interest in the Youth Empowerment Program, please complete the sign-up form below:
https://tinyurl.com/YouthEmpowerSTL
Once submitted, our dedicated personnel will review your information and contact you with the next steps.
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