Skill Development refers to the mastery of academic and technical content youth need in order to develop a range of non-academic, social and emotional, and employability skills. These skills are sometimes referred to as ‘soft skills’ and are seen as essential in order for youth to be successful in college, career, and beyond.
Resources
- December 12, 2016
First In my Family: Supporting First-Generation College Students
These are the stories of several first-generation college students and graduates, and this video explores their challenges, sources of support, and recommendat…
- April 12, 2016
The Power of Mentoring: Ebony Rempson, 2016 Halperin Award Winner
Ebony Rempson is the winner of the 2016 Samuel Halperin Youth Public Service Award.
- April 21, 2015
AYPF and IEL Team Up to Honor Efrem Ayalew for 2015 Halperin Youth Award
On April 20, 2015, AYPF and IEL honored Efrem Ayalew, whose dedication to these ideas embodies Halperin’s work and life.
- April 13, 2015
Pay it Forward: The Value of Public Service
George Knowles, Web Communications AssociateWhat does public service mean? For some, it’s volunteering at a shelter or school once a month, or donating to a c…