Philadelphia Youth Network

PYN's vision is that all of Philadelphia's young people will take their rightful places as full and contributing members of a world-class workforce for the region. As a catalyst for collective action, the Philadelphia Youth Network makes connections among individuals, organizations and systems. We increase capacity and resources in order to provide high-quality preparation so our City's youth can thrive in a regional and global economy.

	The Young Friends of the PYN and the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce's Young Professionals Network will be hosting a fundraising event on Wednesday, May 21. Our goal is to raise awareness of WorkReady Philadelphia Summer Internships, an initiative that provides our City's young people with six-week paid summer internships.  For more details and to register, click here.
	PYN releases a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Insurance Services.
	Youth Applications are now available - This year, once again, applications will be mailed in. Youth interested in applying for WorkReady summer programs can download the application or choose a different option to obtain the application.
	Mayor and Chamber step up to double the number of WorkReady's employer-paid summer internships again in 08.  Links to news coverage.
	"These 3 e's spell a vital second chance" - E3 Center Southwest is profiled by Annette John-Hall in the Philadelphia Inquirer.
	Lori Shorr appointed Chief Education Officer - Mayor Nutter taps Philadelphia Youth Network Vice President for Policy and Planning, Lori Shorr, to be his Chief Education Officer.   Links to news coverage.
	Tell Us What You Think - We'd like make our website as useful as possible to everyone who uses it. Please take our brief, anonymous survey to let us know what you think. It is only 7 questions and takes less then 2 minutes.
	Project U-Turn Anniversary Symposium - Local leaders heard from Collaborative members and youth themselves on progress made since launching Project U-Turn last year to raise awareness and design solutions for our city's dropout crisis...read more.
	Young Friends of PYN - The Young Friends of PYN launched in September 2007 and is committed to raising awareness of PYN and its initiatives through fundraising, events and networking.  To learn more about how you can get involved visit Get Involved!
	Get Involved!  A new information page explains the multiple ways that individuals, businesses and young professionals can get involved and invest in PYN's work.
	PYN's New Annual Report - PYN's 2006 annual report focuses on six young people who have participated in the programs we support and where they envision themselves professionally.
	PYN is now part of the United Way Donor Choice Program - Thanks to the United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania, making donations to the Philadelphia Youth Network is now easier than ever. PYN is Donor Choice ID# 43152. More info...
	New employment postitions at PYN!  - PYN is now accepting applications for several positions including new opportunities to build on current efforts and to break new ground in key areas of our work. More info...