Young people often work in some of the lowest-paying, lowest-status jobs there are in dead-end jobs or ‘McJobs’ in the retail, food, and entertainment service sectors. They have lower wages, fewer benefits, less job security, and are less likely to be unionized than any other age group in the workforce. Employers of young workers, by contrast, frequently rank among the world’s most powerful corporations. Despite their importance to the service economy, young workers… More >>
In fact, a recent survey of young people across the United States indicates that while there is a general acceptance of people from other cultures or backgrounds, more than half still perceive that peers spend more time at school with kids of the same background.
In an effort to alleviate prejudices and promote tolerance, Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) and The Allstate Foundation have created “Youth for Unity,” a program designed to teach young people about the advantages of diversity.
» Read more: Program Combats Prejudice, Intolerance Among Youth
Allen, Texas, lying 23 miles north of Dallas on U.S. 75, draws on the strongest aspects of a Lone Star past and present to build a unique community character. The thriving town of more than 78,000 traces its roots to a land grant predating the Republic of Texas. Its day-to-day life, however, is anchored in the opportunities and amenities of a vibrant metropolitan area. These qualities make Allen a popular choice for homeowners relocating to Texas or to the Dallas-Fort Worth region.
» Read more: Relocating to Allen, Texas Gives Buyers Superior Options