Economic Upward Mobility

Advancement should lead somewhere.

Economic mobility begins long before a first paycheck.

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Across every program

How education, careers and opportunity connect over time

Young people benefit from understanding how education, careers, networks, financial decisions and professional opportunities connect over time.

KAAF incorporates economic mobility across its programs by expanding career exposure, professional networks, financial knowledge, educational opportunity and pathways into meaningful work.

Areas of focus

Building toward meaningful work

  • Career pathways
  • Workforce development
  • Financial capability
  • Postsecondary credentials
  • Entrepreneurship exposure
  • Professional mentorship
  • Internship access
  • Professional networking

Where it shows up

Economic mobility in KAAF programs

Workforce Development & Economic Mobility

Career readiness, work-based learning, credentials and employment pathways.

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College & Career Pathways

College, credential, training and career planning with a documented Individual Advancement Plan.

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Girls Who Lead

Financial awareness, professional presence and career exploration for young women.

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Help shape what comes next.

When young people have knowledge, access and opportunity, possibility becomes advancement.