Arc GLOW Marks 10 Years of Youth Employment Program for Ages 14-21
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Updated · The Batavian · Jul 29
Arc GLOW Marks 10 Years of Youth Employment Program for Ages 14-21
1 articles · Updated · The Batavian · Jul 29
Summary
July 2026 marks the 10th anniversary of Arc GLOW's Youth Employment Program, a Livingston County collaboration that has offered local youth summer jobs, workplace experience and life-skills training since launching in 2016.
An average of eight participants join each summer, with eligibility set for ages 14-21 and at least one identified risk factor, as the program aims to build confidence, independence and job readiness.
Participants rotate through janitorial, administrative, food service, retail, production and day-program roles, gaining hands-on exposure to different career paths while supporting Arc GLOW operations and community partner sites.
Financial literacy is also built into the program through bank training on checks, online accounts, statements and check registers, extending its focus beyond seasonal work to longer-term employment preparation.
Participant testimonials in the anniversary release said the program has improved work skills, broadened career options and helped some continue into other employment-focused services such as Community Connections.