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Abstract

Globalization and technological advances have increased the importance of a high school degree, academic skills, and career preparation for achieving labor market success. Fortunately, the high school graduation rate has increased in recent years, but high school dropouts and others with few skills still face dire circumstances. They are disproportionately disconnected from work, more likely to live in chronic poverty, and at greater risk for criminal behavior.

Citation

Ferguson, Ronald, Jason Snipes, Farhana Hossain, and Michelle S. Manno. "Developing Positive Young Adults: Lessons from Two Decades of YouthBuild Programs." MDRC Research Report, May 2015.