Every young person deserves the education and training needed to make it in today's world.

Under the guidance of the Youth Council and local workforce providers, young people throughout Southwest Washington have access to a variety of resources to help with education, job training, and work experience opportunities.

Youth Programs blend youth development with employment and training activities.

Some examples of programs and specific services include the following:

• Drop-out prevention/Alternative School
• Summer employment
• Paid and unpaid work experience
• Occupational skills training
• Leadership development opportunities
• Supportive services
• Adult mentoring
• Follow-up services
• Guidance and counseling

If you are 16-21 years old, you can look for help in the following counties:

• Clark
  ESD 112
  2500 NE 65th Avenue
  Vancouver, WA 98661
  360-750-7500
• Cowlitz
  ESD 112
  3602 Memorial Park Drive
  Longview, WA 98632
  (360) 575-7889
• Wahkiakum
  ESD 112
  3602 Memorial Park Drive
  Longview, WA 98632
  (360) 575-7889