New Youth Policy Resource Center!

"Policy makers, administrators and advocates across the country are responding to the research and increasing public awareness of what is necessary to change the odds for youth. They recognize that, too often, society has reacted with fragmented and disjointed responses to youth problems and that no real plan exists to address promotion of youth strengths. Although no one method may be perfect to address the challenges in creating effective youth policies, states, cities and counties are taking steps to find the best among a wide range of possible solutions. This Youth Policy Resource Center shares examples from states, cities and counties that are aligning and coordinating youth policies to ensure young people are Ready by 21™: Ready for work, college and life."