One Providence for Youth, a workforce development system for youth and emerging adults aged 14 to 24. One Providence for Youth brings together government, business leaders, youth, educators and community partners to address the complexities of youth unemployment and achieve tangible impact in the lives of youth. In addition to the economic benefits of having a wage earning job, youth gain valuable real-world work experience, problem-solving and life skills, and access to professional networks through educative and immersive experiences, while employers are able to help prepare the next generation of workers they need.
SECTION II: INVESTMENT
Proposals are being solicited for multiple qualified entities to implement summer programs that integrate best practices in education, workforce development, and youth development. Programs must:
● Integrate youth development principles into work-based experiences and/or project-based service learning for young people.
● Provide opportunities for youth to understand career pathways and decision points, including the linkages between educational attainment, relevant experience, demonstrable skills and career advancement.
● Include meaningful opportunities for youth leadership and reflection on the personal and social impact of their work.
● Operate between July 5, 2021 and August 27, 2021 for a maximum of 120 hours per youth.
PLEASE NOTE: Program funding is contingent upon final budget allocation and passage of the FY 2022 City of Providence budget.
Program Requirements
A. Qualified Applicants
● Established community based organizations
● Private non-profit agencies/institutions
● Private for-profit companies
● Public agencies
● Educational institutions including a non-traditional public secondary school or career and technical education.
B. Period of Performance & Required Trainings
● This RFP will cover the operation of programs up to six-weeks that may begin as early as 7/5/2021 and must end by 8/27/2021.
● At the discretion of OEO, services contracted under this RFP may be extended for additional periods based on availability of funds and program and provider performance.
● Providers are required to attend a 90-minute provider group meeting every month from May 2021 to
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