Junior Achievement = Generational Mobility https://lnkd.in/gmFuwhq6 #EducationForWhatsNext #CareerConnectedLearning #EconomicMobility
Junior Achievement USA
Non-profit Organizations
Colorado Springs, Colorado 41,953 followers
JA's volunteer-delivered, K-12 grade programs foster work-readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy.
About us
Junior Achievement (JA) empowers young people to own their economic success. Our volunteer-delivered, kindergarten-12th grade programs foster work-readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy skills, and use experiential learning to inspire students to dream big and reach their potential. Junior Achievement impacted more than 4.4 million U.S. students annually, with the help of more than 150-thousand volunteers. JA students develop the skills they need to succeed at managing money, career readiness, and entrepreneurship. Junior Achievement Enhances Communities There are 102 JA Areas operating across the United States. Through an innovative partnership between the business community, educators and volunteers, these JA Areas help young people connect with relevant learning and the importance of staying in school. JA inspires students to develop competitive skills and confidence. Their success bolsters the local workforce and contributes to economic growth.
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http://www.ja.org
External link for Junior Achievement USA
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1919
- Specialties
- STEM, Financial Literacy, Personal Finance, Financial Capability, Entrepreneurship, Startups, Career, Work, Employment, Success, Youth, Future of Work, High School, Middle School, Elementary School, Disparity, Opportunity Youth, Future, and Tomorrow
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12320 Oracle Blvd
Suite 325
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80921, US
Employees at Junior Achievement USA
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Junior Achievement and Chime are working together to advance financial progress through career-connected learning. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/g_G6m8zs #CareerConnectedLearning #EconomicMobility #ExperientialLearning #EducationForWhatsNext
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35% of Americans earning under $50K struggle to cover expenses, and only 11% of those earning $100K+ report the same challenge. Research from Junior Achievement + Ipsos highlights the link between education, income, and financial stability. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g5gqsGXF #EducationMatters #EconomicOpportunity
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82% of Gen Y and Gen Z JA alumni who attended college say they chose a high-demand degree because of their JA experience. That’s a powerful indicator of relevance. When students can see the connection between classroom learning, workforce trends, and real economic opportunity, they make more strategic postsecondary decisions. The result? Stronger alignment between education pathways and labor market needs. #JuniorAchievement #CareerConnectedLearning #WorkforceDevelopment #HigherEducation #EconomicOpportunity
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Employee engagement has dropped from 36% to 31% in recent years, and young workers are feeling it the most. This isn’t just a workplace issue. It’s an economic mobility issue. Our new whitepaper breaks down how early career exposure, financial education, and entrepreneurial thinking can help reverse this trend and prepare students for long-term success. Explore the full insights: https://bit.ly/3O4TTfP #WorkforceDevelopment #EconomicMobility #CareerConnectedLearning
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The Future of Work is already here, but are we ready? Junior Achievement of Central Ohio recently asked Junior Achievement USA CEO Jack Harris how JA is responding to this generational challenge. #FutureOfWork #AI #EconomicMobility #EducationForWhatsNext
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Achieving economic mobility involves many factors, not just making more or understanding how money works. New research from Junior Achievement and Ipsos illustrates the connection between financial understanding, education, and income. https://lnkd.in/gad5_x_H #FinancialLiteracyMonth #EconomicMobility #CareerConnectedLearning
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Higher income Americans are more likely to say money struggles come from a lack of financial understanding, while lower income households point to not earning enough. New research from Junior Achievement and Ipsos highlights an important truth: Financial literacy matters, but it’s only part of the equation. Education, income, and real-world experiences all play a role in economic mobility. That’s why JA is focused on Education for What’s Next, helping students build the skills, confidence, and connections they need for long-term success. 🔗 Explore the full findings: https://bit.ly/4vhPuHf #EconomicMobility #FinancialLiteracy #EducationForWhatsNext #CareerConnectedLearning
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Economic mobility has long been a cornerstone of the American promise, but today that promise is under pressure. From declining workplace engagement to rapid technological disruption, the path to opportunity is shifting. In our latest white paper, we explore how financial capability, career-connected learning, and entrepreneurial mindsets can help prepare the next generation for what’s ahead. Read how we can better equip students to become Confident, Capable, and Connected. 👉 https://bit.ly/3O4TTfP #EconomicMobility #FutureOfWork #EducationForWhatsNext #ThoughtLeadership
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At Junior Achievement, we are committed to helping students become confident, capable, and connected through innovative and proven learning models like 3DE Schools by Junior Achievement. #CareerConnectedLearning #ExperientialLearning #EconomicMobility #EducationForWhatsNext
What a day for Waltrip High School’s Class of 2026! These snapshots capture the final presentations at Memorial Hermann Health System—the closing moment of a four-year journey through the 3DE Schools model. After years of working in teams, building the competencies that anchor 3DE Schools, and collaborating with partners across industries, seniors from Houston ISD’s Waltrip High School presented their final recommendations as consultants—confident, prepared, and ready to stand behind their ideas. Moments like this don’t happen alone—they are the result of real collaboration between schools, districts, corporate partners, volunteers, and Junior Achievement USA, all working together to help open doors for students. Shoutout to Memorial Hermann Health System’s volunteers who stood alongside these students as clients, coaches, mentors, and even cheerleaders—your time and encouragement made a real difference. And to the Waltrip High School leadership and teachers for guiding these students every step of the way. Grateful to Sandra Davis-Long for coordinating everything so seamlessly, to Memorial Hermann team for putting together a memorable culminating event, and to Kelly Oliphant and Fareen Fazal for their continued support of the 3DE Schools model in Houston. Class of 2026—you showed what four years of collaboration, problem-solving, and real-world practice can accomplish. With the connections you’ve built and the experience you’ve gained, you have the tools to take on what comes next.
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