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Youth Services

Through referral programs in Alabama and Florida, high school students with special needs or disabilities – including those in the juvenile justice system – can access programs designed to encourage high school graduation, specialized job training, or the pursuit of careers in high-demand industry jobs.

Find Your Way to a Brighter Future

A way to empower youth through education and support services.

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Youth Career Exploration

Alabama

Career Exploration is a curriculum available to youth to help them discover their skills and connect them with potential jobs or career paths. It’s especially helpful for individuals who are entering the workforce for the first time, or anyone needing to understand their current job skills. The program offers practical guidance and support to help participants make informed decisions about their employment journey.

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Youth with Disabilities Program

Florida

In a job training program in Escambia County, Florida, high school students with special needs can receive classroom training and hands-on work experience at Goodwill retail stores. For youth with disabilities in the juvenile justice system, Goodwill offers the High School High Tech program. This program is only available through a referral.

Success Stories

We are so proud of local participants in our programs and services who find their way to making a better future for themselves, their families, and the community-at-large.

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Goodwill Gulf Coast serves 10 counties in Alabama and Florida.