S.T.A.R.T: The Career & Generational Prosperity Accelerator Program for Justice-Involved Youth
S.T.A.R.T. stands for Success Through Achievable Realistic Training.
This intensive, 6-month reentry initiative is designed to move justice-involved young adults (ages 18-24) from systemic barriers directly into stable, well-paying careers in the digital economy. S.T.A.R.T. is the Career Bridge that eliminates the digital skills gap and provides the path to generational wealth, significantly reducing the fiscal and human cost of recidivism in our communities.
Program Pillars: From Skills to Stability
1. Cutting-Edge Digital Training (Training)
We equip participants with in-demand, industry-recognized digital certifications that lead directly to high-wage employment. We are bridging the digital skills gap that locks nearly 50% of marginalized workers out of the modern economy, ensuring every graduate is positioned for Success in technology-driven fields.
2. Transformative Financial Literacy (Realistic & Achievable)
Achieving generational wealth starts with financial knowledge. Our curriculum provides Realistic instruction in personal finance, debt management, and initial investment strategies, directly combating the racial wealth gap that has persisted for decades. This financial stability is crucial for sustained reentry success.
3. Holistic Support and Job Placement (Through)
S.T.A.R.T. provides more than a certificate; it provides a comprehensive support structure. Participants receive intensive contractual case management and dedicated mentorship to secure stability and address social determinants of health. We then transition participants directly into careers through our job placement network, ensuring they achieve the ultimate Success of a secure, prosperous future.
S.T.A.R.T. is the action-oriented solution to the recidivism crisis, empowering our youth to leave the revolving door of incarceration behind and forge a legacy of enduring generational prosperity.