NYEC Projects

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• Promising and Effective Practices Network (NYEC PEPNet)
  NYEC PEPNet is a system for enhancing the quality of programs that link young people to work and education to promote a successful transition to adulthood. Among other things, the NYEC PEPNet system includes the PEPNet Quality Standards and the PEPNet Online Tools for Program Improvement.

• Professional Development
  NYEC promotes and informs the development of the youth work profession and provides professional development opportunities for emerging leaders in the fields of youth development, workforce development, and education.  A major focus in this core business area is the Youth Service Professional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (YSP/KSA) initiative, which identifies and provides resources to support and enhance youth service professionals in their work with all youth, including youth with disabilities.

• Expanding and Financing Education Options for Struggling Students and Out-of-School Youth 
  NYEC is building the capacity of states, local communities, and education systems to serve struggling students and out-of-school youth.

• Education Development Network (NYEC EDNet)
  NYEC EDNet is a tool for continuous improvement for education programs and schools serving vulnerable youth. The tool consists of detailed criteria for effective education programs and a self-assessment to assist in improving services.

• Past Projects
  A list of past NYEC work.