The Sioux City YouthBuild program is part of a nationwide program designed to help unemployed/underemployed young men and women between the ages of 16-24, work toward their GED or high school diploma while learning job skills by building affordable housing for low-income families. Strong emphasis is placed on leadership development, community service, and the creation of a positive micro-community of adults and youth committed to success.
In addition to the educational and vocational services, participants will also receive additional services and training in life skills, mentoring, employment, and individual and group counseling. A Business Advisory Committee will also be developed in conjunction with the program and utilized to help these young people obtain employment and make connections with trade unions as they transition out of the program.
The program began with a Mental Toughness Camp on February 4th, 2008 at Goodwill Industries.
The construction site will be located at the old Riverside School site.
The YouthBuild Sioux City project’s funding is for two years. Over the course of these two years, the goal is to educate 32 young adults to be community leaders, go to college, and pursue other postsecondary training opportunities. Equal second-year funding is contingent upon congressional approval and program success.
For more information on the Sioux City Youthbuild Project, contact:
YouthBuild Sioux City, GoodWill Industries
3100 W. 4th Street
Sioux City IA, 51103
