Opportunity Youth: Disenfranchised Young People

There are plenty of reasons for youth disconnection – societal, familial, financial,
educational, personal. But other countries have figured out ways to support families,
children and students that produce more equitable societies, adaptable economies and
richer environments for opportunity. We can, too.
The fact is the U.S. must do more to retool our educational supports, economic systems
and federal policies so that our young people can meet the challenges of the 21st
century global economy.
Whether liberal or conservative; working in government, business or the nonprofit
sector; leaders or everyday Americans; we all have a role to play. Fortunately, there are
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