E03: Building New Paths: Alternative Routes to Youth Success

In this episode of "Workforce on the Mic," we are joined by B.J. Paige, Executive Director of Youth Guidance DC and an expert in youth workforce development. Speaking from the 2024 Youth Symposium in Phoenix, B.J. shares his personal journey from being a "hard to serve youth" to becoming a leader in workforce development. He discusses the critical importance of apprenticeship programs for young people who may not choose traditional college paths, drawing from his experience with the Baltimore DC Building Trades Council. The conversation highlights innovative solutions for youth workforce development and the importance of maintaining energy and enthusiasm in the field.