YouthForce NOLA

YouthForce NOLA believes in the extraordinary potential of every young person. Our vision is that all young people in New Orleans will fulfill their potential in work and life. To do so, YouthForce NOLA fuels a movement that equips young people to graduate high school on a path to career success. We bring out the best in everyone in our community—educators and business leaders, civic leaders and technical trainers—so that together we create awareness and real opportunities for our city’s youth. Grounded in research,  we help young people gain the skills, experiences, and confidence to take charge of their future. Having invested more than $60 million in career-connected learning in New Orleans, we’re building a stronger ecosystem where students can discover their passions and unlock possibilities. So far, nearly 2,000 young people have earned over $3 million through paid internships. Even more powerful, 99% have continued on to college or career—and along the way, they’ve gained something greater: a belief in themselves and a vision of the future they are capable of creating.