PLUGGED IN: Positive Development Strategies for Disconnected Latino Youth A Report of the NCLR Escalera Progra
Study type
Qualitative or implementation studies
Location
Texas
New Mexico
California
Population
Young people under 25
Young people without a high school credential
Practices
Secondary Education
- Preparation or instruction for high school diploma
- Preparation or instruction for high school equivalency
- Basic education services
Postsecondary Education
- Pre-enrollment supports for transition to postsecondary
- Supports to pay for postsecondary education
Job and Career Education and Training
- Career exploration and career counseling
- Work readiness training
- Temporary and transitional work experiences
Support Services
- Mental and behavioral health supports
- Supports for basic needs
- Parenting, pregnancy and child care supports
- Post-program supports
- Life skills and financial literacy
Youth Development and Engagement Approaches
- Youth leadership and civic engagement
- Stipends and incentives
- Cohort model
- Connections to a caring adult
Publications
Hageage, Ana. 2011. Plugged in: Positive Development Strategies for Disconnected Latino Youth. A Report of the NCLR Escalera Program. Washington, DC: National Council of La Raza.
https://www.unidosus.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/pluggedin_report_web.pdf
In Compendium
No