Birmingham Promise offering new program to former Birmingham City Schools students

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. ( WIAT ) — Birmingham Promise is offering career assistance to former Birmingham City Schools students.

According to a news release, Promise Pathways is available to former Birmingham students aged 16-24 who are not currently enrolled in high school, college or job-training programs but are interested in career opportunities. As many as 25 individuals will explore careers and get connected with opportunities through the program.

The free services are being offered through a federal grant under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, which is designed to help young people and others overcome employment barriers and get linked with high-quality jobs. To apply, click here .

“This is for people who want to find a career and not just a job,” said Zara Greene, apprenticeship program manager for Birmingham Promise, in a statement. “We want to help people get on a pathway that will provide a living wage and not just a paycheck.”

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