The Changing Face of America and its Untouched 5.5 Million Millennial Talent Pool.
5.5 million Americans ages 18 to 24 are out of work and not in school and nearly ¾ of these ‘opportunity youth’ are people of color. Multi-cultural buying power is driving our economy, but our failure to engage this key millennial group will cut that buying power in half. We must respond at scale with employer led solutions and community buy-in to create a more inclusive and competitive economy. But how?
About Jeffery
As President of LeadersUp, Jeffery T.D. Wallace is responsible for establishing the strategic framework for creating employer-led solutions that address youth disconnection and yield large scale successful outcomes for both businesses and communities. His work includes The Roadmap Project, working to double the number of King County youth prepared for employment through graduation from college or a career credential. Jeffery has over a decade of community, economic and workforce development experience. He previously served as Chief of Staff and Senior Program Officer for the Los Angeles Urban League, where he led the League’s community change initiative in South Los Angeles, resulting in increased delivery of vital social and community services to over 10,000 residents.
About Connection
Connection isn’t just an event, it’s an experience. Each year the Connection event brings together thought leaders from the youth service field to make unexpected connections that break through the status quo. A refreshing line up of brilliant speakers challenge practice-as-usual and provide participants with the opportunity to learn about and discuss key issues in a relaxed, creative atmosphere. Our innovative format means that you don’t just listen to thought-provoking presentations and fresh ideas, you have the chance to discuss and build upon them. Our broad, multi-sector network means that you can expect the opportunity to talk with familiar colleagues, reconnect where you may have lost touch, and get connected with those outside your network. Even our nontraditional space provides inspiration to move, think, and speak freely. Putting 5.5 million young adults to work is a big task. Be part of the solution! Share this video with an employer, your local work program, or anyone else who can make a difference.
