Partner4Work, partners, named to US Department of Labor's Youth Systems Building Academy

PITTSBURGH (Jan. 29, 2024) – Partner4Work, the workforce development organization for Allegheny County and the City of Pittsburgh, Auberle, Goodwill of Southwestern PA, and Pittsburgh Public Schools proudly announce their acceptance into the prestigious Department of Labor's Youth Systems Building Academy. This recognition underscores the region’s commitment to shaping the future of workforce initiatives for young adults.

The Department of Labor's Youth Systems Building Academy is a distinguished program that brings together organizations dedicated to enhancing and building effective youth employment systems. Partner4Work's inclusion in this academy is a testament to its exceptional contributions in creating opportunities for the youth in our community.

"We are honored to be named to the Department of Labor's Youth Systems Building Academy," said Rob Cherry, Partner4Work CEO. "This recognition reflects our ongoing dedication to developing innovative and impactful programs that empower young individuals to succeed in the workforce."

As a participant in the Youth Systems Building Academy, Partner4Work, Auberle, Goodwill of Southwestern PA, and Pittsburgh Public Schools, will work with a coach from DOL to learn successes of other cohort members from across the US to build a local strategy focused on strengthening access to career-level employment for area young people.

“As the anchor institution of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Pittsburgh Workforce Hub initiative, Partner4Work remains steadfast in its mission to promote equitable workforce development efforts to connect adult and youth with meaningful employment opportunities,” Cherry said. “We look forward to leveraging the insights gained from the Youth Systems Building Academy to continue making a positive impact on the lives of young individuals in our community.”