Blog: 2026/04
Navigating Uncertainty in the Future of Work for Young People
April 22, 2026The transition to adulthood has always involved uncertainty, as adolescents continue to form and refine their goals for who they want to become, how they want to contribute, and which pathways they’ll take to get there. New and advancing technologies are amplifying this uncertainty, shifting the economic landscape in rapid and unpredictable ways, and leaving young people unsure about how to prepare for their future. So, how do we help youth build the skills they need for meaningful careers and lives in this rapidly changing world?
Fireside Chat: Building a Stronger Bridge to Adulthood—Using Brain Science to Help Gen Z Thrive
April 20, 2026In this fireside chat, our co-executive director, Adriana Galván, talks with the President and CEO of the Annie E. Casey Foundation, Lisa Lawson, about the ‘bridge’ that young people walk across in their transition to adulthood and how we can strengthen that bridge by providing support, scaffolding, and guidance.