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Bridging the Gap: Empowering Urban Youth Through Skilled Trades
Tackling the Skilled Worker Shortage
Currently, there exists a significant disparity between the supply and demand of skilled workers in the United States. Most vocational trades have been marginalized in education, with approximately 90% of schools across the country either eliminating or drastically reducing their trade programs. This disconnect has led to a growing talent gap, leaving many young adults without clear pathways to sustainable careers.