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A successful career and the financial stability that comes with it are central to the American dream. But not everyone in or entering the workforce has the education and training necessary to achieve their goals.
The barriers to employment are particularly acute for young people in poverty; adults with limited income; ex-offenders; veterans, their spouses, and spouses of service members; older workers; persons with disabilities; and laid-off workers in declining industries. Mathematica analyzes programs and policies intended to help these individuals succeed in the labor market, and we help government agencies and nonprofit organizations provide education, training, and employment services more effectively and efficiently.
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Creating pathways to employment for young adults with autism
Mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can create barriers to learning, independence, and employment for young adults on the autism spectrum, making it harder to find and keep the right job.
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