With increased federal and state-level funding to expand programs, career-connected learning has seen a growing sense of momentum. As a result, a deeper understanding of its benefits and applications has emerged, providing greater clarity on the topic overall.

Catalyze’s 2023 Impact Report uncovered crucial insights into what works in the current career-connected learning landscape

The first regional Catalyze Challenge in Birmingham, Ala., awarded $720,000 to five innovative nonprofits serving learners aged 11 to 22.

Catalyze announced the winners of round three of the Catalyze Challenge: 15 organizations that will receive $3.3 million to pilot innovative career-connected learning initiatives.

Catalyze is excited to sponsor SXSW EDU 2024 — one of the nation’s leading education conferences that tackles complex issues and drives real impact.

With the right practices in place, career-connected learning programs can increase access to high-quality career pathways for language learners.

Learn what to expect from career-connected learning innovators in 2024 and beyond.

As part of a growing movement of funder collaboratives investing in critical areas, we’ve unearthed unique insights about what’s next in career-connected learning and what’s needed to get there.

nXu has created a research-based middle and high school curriculum that places purpose development at the nexus of career exploration, social-emotional practices, positive identity development, and community building.

Rêve Academy not only provides engaging coursework and real-world experience through paid internships but also helps students to develop soft skills like teamwork, leadership and creativity. It then helps students to translate the skills they gained into real-world experience through strong employer partnerships.